Holding steady.
Popularity of Aileene since 1889
Babies named Aileene per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1925, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Aileene's real moment was 1889.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 0 |
| 1900s | 0 |
| 1910s | 85 |
| 1920s | 154 |
| 1930s | 43 |
| 1940s | 7 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 60 |
| 2010s | 32 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Aileene is a rare name, first recorded in the United States in 1889. Its trajectory has been stable, never experiencing a surge in popularity. The name is typically considered a variant of Eileen or Aileen, though its spelling sets it apart. With no peak rank data and no states where it was notably common, Aileene remains an uncommon choice. For parents seeking a distinctive name with a soft, melodic sound, Aileene offers a unique option without historical baggage.
Aileene is a variant spelling of Eileen, the English form of the Irish Eibhlín, which derives from the Norman French Aveline or directly from the Greek Helenē, meaning 'light' or 'torch.' However, its first recorded appearance in the United States is 1889, suggesting it may also be a modern respelling. The name has never achieved widespread popularity, remaining a rare choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ail, Leena
Sibling names for Aileene
Names that share Aileene's style, for a brother or sister.
