Eileen

Eileen means “Bright; shining light”.

Origin: IrishRegion: USA, GlobalGender: GirlSyllables: 2

US popularity

#377

all-time rank

184K

births

stable

Boomer era

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Frequently asked

What does the name Eileen mean?

Eileen means "Bright; shining light", and is of Irish origin.

What is the origin of Eileen?

Eileen originates from Irish.

How popular is the name Eileen?

Eileen has been given to about 184,458 babies in the US and is currently stable, most associated with the Boomer generation.

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