Declining since 2020, #3,167 for girls today.
Popularity of Aleen since 1896
Babies named Aleen per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2019, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Aleen's real moment was 1900.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 15 |
| 1900s | 97 |
| 1910s | 331 |
| 1920s | 430 |
| 1930s | 195 |
| 1940s | 133 |
| 1950s | 89 |
| 1960s | 77 |
| 1970s | 44 |
| 1980s | 77 |
| 1990s | 90 |
| 2000s | 193 |
| 2010s | 590 |
| 2020s | 365 |
Meaning & origin
Aleen first entered U.S. records in 1896, peaking in popularity in 1900 at a rank that placed it among rare but not unheard of choices. By 2025, it had fallen in usage to rank 3,167, with about 1 in 32,145 baby girls being named Aleen. The name's trajectory has been declining since 2020, indicating it is becoming less common in modern baby-naming trends. While never widely popular, Aleen has maintained a consistent presence, particularly in states like Michigan, where it saw moderate usage. Its appeal may stem from its similarity to more common names like Alina and Eileen, offering a subtle twist.
Aleen is a modern English variant of names such as Alina or Eileen. Alina derives from the Germanic element 'adal' meaning 'noble', while Eileen is an Anglicized form of the Irish Eibhlín, itself from the Norman French Aveline, meaning 'desired' or 'hazelnut'. The name has been used in the United States since the late 19th century, with peak usage in 1900.
Where Aleen is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lee, Lena, Allie
Sibling names for Aleen
Names that share Aleen's style, for a brother or sister.
