Ballin
Topographic|PatronymicMeaning
A person from Ballin or a diminutive form related to 'ball' or 'bald'.
Etymology
Possibly derived from a Germanic place name or the Yiddish element 'bal' meaning master or lord. The suffix '-in' suggests either a place of origin or a diminutive form.
About the Ballin Surname
A surname of uncertain origin found in Germanic and Jewish communities, possibly indicating a place of origin or a family relationship. The exact etymology remains unclear without additional genealogical evidence.
Distribution
Found in Germany, Scandinavia, and Jewish diaspora communities.
Notable Bearers
Uncertain; primarily a regional surname