Aileen
light, shining one, or desired (Irish/English)
Aileen is a english / other girl name in the Philippines. PSA rank #86 (64,724 records), 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
light, shining one, or desired (Irish/English)
Aileen is an English spelling variant of the Irish name Eileen. Introduced to the Philippines during the American colonial era, it became a widely favored feminine name in the mid-to-late 20th century. It remains commonly encountered across various social classes throughout the country.
Aileen is an Anglicized variant of the Irish name Eibhlín (Eileen), which is cognate with Aveline and historically linked with Helen.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently pronounced 'ay-LEEN' with stress on the second syllable. Common nicknames include Ai, Aileen, Len, or Lenlen.
Related forms
- Eibhlín Irish
- Eileen English
Aileen with popular surnames
How the first name sits with a mother's maiden surname and father's surname.
About the name Aileen
How do I use Aileen with two Filipino surnames?
Aileen is the given name. The full name is Aileen + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Aileen a common girl name in the Philippines?
PSA rank #86 describes how often this given name appears in Philippine records — not whether it is a better name. Fit with both family surnames still matters more for the birth certificate.