Rising since 1985, #862 for girls today.
Popularity of Ayleen since 1913
Babies named Ayleen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 24 |
| 1920s | 26 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 24 |
| 1990s | 419 |
| 2000s | 1,593 |
| 2010s | 3,355 |
| 2020s | 1,812 |
Meaning & origin
Ayleen entered U.S. naming records in 1913, but for much of the 20th century remained an uncommon choice. Its trajectory began shifting upward around 1985, and it has since climbed steadily, reaching its peak popularity in 2012. As of 2025, it ranks 862nd nationally, with a frequency of about 1 in 5,135 births. The name has shown particular appeal in Texas, California, and Arizona, reflecting strong usage among Hispanic and multicultural families who favor soft, melodic names. Ayleen's Irish roots connect it to a rich Gaelic heritage, while its modern spelling offers a fresh alternative to more traditional forms like Eileen or Aileen.
Ayleen is a modern English variant of the Irish name Eibhlín, itself a Gaelic form of the Norman French name Aveline, ultimately derived from the Germanic root 'avi' meaning 'desired.' The name entered wider use in the English-speaking world through immigrant communities and has been recorded in U.S. data since 1913. Its popularity has risen notably since the 1980s, reflecting a broader trend toward Irish names and softly feminine sounds.
Where Ayleen is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Ayleen” around the world
Where Ayleen lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
60
babies in 2024
Quebec
6
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aylee, Lena, Lee
Sibling names for Ayleen
Names that share Ayleen's style, for a brother or sister.
