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Aileen
GirlIrish, Scottish, and English origin · /AY-leen/ · classic
Meaning: Light.
Popularity 55/1002 syllables↓ Falling
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Today, Aileen is an uncommon name (popularity 55/100).
It is less common today than at its historical peak.
Aileen is a variant of the name Eileen, which itself is derived from the Irish name Eibhlín, a form of the Norman French name Aveline. Aveline is believed to come from the Latin word 'avis', meaning 'bird', or the Germanic element 'avi', meaning 'desired'. Over time, the name evolved in Irish and Scottish cultures to mean 'light' or 'bright', symbolizing radiance and positivity.
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