Aislin
Irish · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Aislin
Aislin is an Irish name derived from the Gaelic word "aisling," which means "dream" or "vision," often referring to a poetic or prophetic dream.
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Etymology
Aislin is an Irish name derived from the Gaelic word "aisling," which means "dream" or "vision," often referring to a poetic or prophetic dream. The name is primarily used in Irish and Irish-diaspora communities, with historical roots in medieval Irish literature where "aisling" was a genre of allegorical poetry popular from the 17th century onward.
Aislin currently ranks #2,583 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2013.
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