Aileen

Girl's name

Aileen is of Irish origin and is derived from the name Eibhlín, which itself is a form of the name Helen.

Meaning Desired
Origin Irish
U.S. births in 2023 390
Peak year 2009

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Names Starting With A

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Aileen Quinn - Actress, played Annie in 1982 film
  • Aileen Getty - Philanthropist, AIDS activist
  • Aileen Riggin - Olympic swimmer, diver
  • Aileen Pringle - Actress in silent films
  • Aileen Meagher - Olympic sprinter
  • Aileen Morrison - Triathlete, competed in 2012 Olympics

Sisters for Aileen

Girl names closely related to Aileen

Itzel Julissa Arlette Camila Itzayana Frida Sarahi Yareli

Brothers for Aileen

Boy names closely related to Aileen

Ismael Uriel Alexis Gael Ezequiel Damian Misael Uziel

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Aileen

Allene Desirae Desiree Eileen Evalyn Evelin Evelina Evelyn

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