Eileen Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEYE-leen / ˈaɪliːnIrish; English
Meaning
Irish: bright, shining light; English: derived from Eileen
Historical & Cultural Background
Eileen is an Anglicized form of the Irish name Éilín, which is a diminutive of Éilidh. The name has been popular in Ireland and among Irish communities worldwide. It gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 20th century, often associated with the song 'Eileen' by the band Dexys Midnight Runners.
Trend Summary
Eileen has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Eilín
- Aileen
International Variants
- Eilín (Irish)
- Ailín (Irish)
- Eileen (Spanish)
Famous people named Eileen
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Fictional characters named Eileen
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eileen was first seen in the United States in 1917. Eileen has ranked as high as #922 nationally, which occurred in 1943, and has been most popular in New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Eileen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Eileen (1947)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 12 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 17 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 16 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |