Declining since 2018, #6,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Eilee since 2005
Babies named Eilee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 51 |
| 2010s | 151 |
| 2020s | 108 |
Meaning & origin
Eilee is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2005. It is likely a respelling of Eileen or a variant of the Scottish Gaelic Eilidh, both associated with 'light.' However, as a modern coinage, its meaning remains uncertain and open to interpretation. Eilee reached its peak popularity in 2017, but since 2018 it has been on a declining trajectory; in 2025 it ranked 6,546th, with approximately 1 in 94,545 babies given the name. The name has not been recorded in any top states, indicating its rare and scattered usage. Despite its low frequency, Eilee fits a trend of soft, vowel-starting names popular in the 2010s, similar to Aila or Isla. Its simple spelling and easy pronunciation make it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that feels familiar yet uncommon.
Eilee first appeared in U.S. records in 2005, likely as a modern invented spelling influenced by names like Eileen or Eilidh. Its meaning is uncertain, but it may draw from the Irish Eileen (a form of Helen, meaning 'bright, shining light') or the Scottish Gaelic Eilidh (also 'light'), or it could be a purely phonetic creation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lee, Ee
Sibling names for Eilee
Names that share Eilee's style, for a brother or sister.
