Rising since 1985, #3,780 for girls today.
Popularity of Aine since 1966
Babies named Aine per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2004, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Aine's real moment was 2022.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 71 |
| 1980s | 43 |
| 1990s | 247 |
| 2000s | 577 |
| 2010s | 440 |
| 2020s | 304 |
Meaning & origin
Aine, an Irish name meaning 'radiance,' has deep roots in Celtic mythology as a goddess of summer and sovereignty. In the US, it has been recorded since 1966 and saw a rank of 3780 in 2025, with a 1-in-41212 birth rate. The name has been steadily rising since 1985, reaching its peak popularity in 2022. It is most commonly used in New York, reflecting its appeal among Irish-American communities. Aine offers a distinctive alternative to more common Irish names, blending mythological heritage with a lyrical sound.
Aine is an Irish name derived from the Old Irish word 'ain,' meaning 'radiance' or 'splendor.' In Irish mythology, Aine is a goddess of summer, wealth, and sovereignty, associated with the sun and fertility. The name has been used in Ireland for centuries and remains popular among Irish families.
Where Aine is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Aine” around the world
Where Aine lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
#91
in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Annie
Variants: Aina, Ainey
Sibling names for Aine
Names that share Aine's style, for a brother or sister.
