Aileen

Meaning of Aileen

Aileen is a variation of Eileen, which means 'light' or 'bright one'. It suggests a radiant and luminous personality.

Aileen has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Aileen

Aileen has cooled off, slipping to #799 in 2025, down from a peak of #454 in 2009.

Notable people named Aileen

• Aileen Wuornos
  Infamous serial killer
• Aileen Quinn
  Actress, original Annie
• Aileen Robertson
  Canadian curler
• Aileen P. Robinson
  American artist and sculptor
• Aileen Cole
  American actress

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Questions about the name Aileen

What does the name Aileen mean?

Aileen means aileen is a variation of eileen, which means 'light' or 'bright one'. it suggests a radiant and luminous personality, and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Aileen a boy's or a girl's name?

Aileen is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Aileen?

In 2025, Aileen ranked #799 for girls, down from #721 the year before.

When was Aileen most popular?

Aileen peaked at #454 in 2009.