Declining since 1996, #9,457 for girls today.
Popularity of Eilish since 1977
Babies named Eilish per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 145 |
| 2000s | 59 |
| 2010s | 96 |
| 2020s | 51 |
Meaning & origin
Eilish is a rare Irish-inspired name that first entered U.S. records in 1977. Its popularity peaked in 1996, and since then it has been on a declining trajectory. In 2025, it ranked 9457, with only about 1 in 160,727 newborns receiving the name. The name's origin is uncertain, but it is likely a respelling of the Irish Eilis, bringing with it the rich heritage of the Elizabeth name family. Despite its rarity, Eilish has a melodic and distinctly Irish sound, similar to names like Aoife and Niamh. It has not been associated with any particular U.S. state or cultural trend, making it a truly unique choice for parents seeking a name with Irish roots.
Eilish is likely a modern English respelling of Eilis, the Irish form of Elizabeth. Elizabeth derives from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath'. The name Eilish first appeared in U.S. records in 1977, possibly arising as a fashionable variant of similar sounding names like Ailis. It remains rare, with a notable peak in 1996.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eili, Lish
Sibling names for Eilish
Names that share Eilish's style, for a brother or sister.
