Aline is a feminine given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Frankish name Adala, which means 'noble'. It was popularized by the French writer Honoré de Balzac, who used it in his novel 'Père Goriot'. In English-speaking countries, Aline is often considered a variant spelling of Alice. Notable individuals with this name include Canadian singer-songwriter Aline LaPlante and French-born American ballet dancer Aline Asta. The name has been used in various works of literature and art, such as the French operetta 'Aline, la fiancée du roi de Garbe' by Jacques Offenbach.
"Aline had five namesakes born in 1919."