Ailen
Irish · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Ailen
The given name 'Ailen' is a variant of 'Eileen' or 'Aileen', derived from the Irish Gaelic name 'Eibhlín', meaning "bright, shining one" or "light".
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Etymology
The given name 'Ailen' is a variant of 'Eileen' or 'Aileen', derived from the Irish Gaelic name 'Eibhlín', meaning "bright, shining one" or "light". It is primarily used in Irish and Scottish cultures, often associated with Christianity, and gained popularity in the English-speaking world through Irish diaspora and literary works.
Ailen currently ranks #2,154 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2022.
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