Scottish/Irish · Girl name
Aileen
“Scottish form of Eileen (Irish Eibhlín)”
About the name Aileen
Aileen is the Scottish form of Eileen, which comes from the Irish Eibhlín, a Gaelic adaptation of the Norman name Aveline brought to Ireland after the Anglo-Norman invasion. Aveline is of Germanic origin and uncertain meaning; in later centuries Eibhlín was also treated as an Irish form of Helen and Evelyn. The name spread from Scotland and Ireland to the wider English-speaking world. The actress Aileen Quinn, who played the title role in the film Annie, is a notable bearer.
- Meaning
- Scottish form of Eileen (Irish Eibhlín)
- Origin
- Scottish/Irish
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ay-LEEN(2 syl.)
Middle names for Aileen
- Aileen Marie
- Aileen Elizabeth
- Aileen Anne
- Aileen Grace
- Aileen Rose
Questions about Aileen
- What does Aileen mean?
- Aileen is a Scottish name meaning "Scottish form of Eileen (Irish Eibhlín)".
- How do you pronounce Aileen?
- Aileen is pronounced ay-LEEN, with emphasis on the second syllable.
- What are variants of Aileen?
- Variants of Aileen include Eileen, Ayleen.
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