Eileen Name Meaning & Origin
/EYE-leen/Eileen is likely a name of Irish origin.
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Name Origin
The name Eileen is of Irish origin, derived from Eibhlín, which is a Gaelic form of Helen. It became popular in English-speaking countries in the 19th century.
Name Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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Irish (Celtic) 50% -
American (Western) 30% -
British (Celtic) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: Eileen
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Female
Popularity Trend
In 2025, 437 girls in the US were named Eileen.
Growth of the name Eileen in the US (SSA Data):
Eileen Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 5
People with this name tend to be: Adventurous, freedom-loving and versatile.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.