Aileen
Meaning of Aileen
Aileen is a beautiful name for a baby girl. It has English and Irish origins, with slight variations in pronunciation. In English, it is pronounced as AY-leen (/ˈeɪliːn/), while in Irish, it is pronounced as AW-leen (/ˈɔːliːn/). Regardless of the pronunciation, Aileen exudes elegance and charm. This timeless name has been popular for many years, consistently ranking among the top 1000 names in the United States. In recent years, Aileen has seen a steady decline in popularity but remains a beloved choice for parents looking for a classic yet unique name. Whether you prefer the traditional spelling of Eileen or the slightly modernized variation of Ayleen, this name is sure to bring joy and grace to any little girl who bears it.
Pronunciation
Irish
- Pronunced as AW-leen (/ˈɔːliːn/)
English
- Pronunced as AY-leen (/ˈeɪliːn/)
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Notable People Named Aileen
| Aileen Carol Wuornos was an American serial killer who was executed for the murder of seven men while working as a prostitute in Florida. |
| Aileen Osborn Webb (1892–1979) was an influential American patron of crafts, known for founding the American Craft Council and the School for American Craftsmen, now part of Rochester Institute of Technology. |
| Aileen Muriel Riggin, also known as Aileen Soule, was an accomplished American Olympic champion in springboard diving and later became a prominent figure in acting, coaching, writing, and journalism, as well as a celebrated ambassador for women's swimming. |
| Aileen Marie Quinn is an American actress, singer, and dancer, best known for portraying the title character in the 1982 film Annie. |
| Aileen Lee is a prominent U.S. venture capital angel investor and co-founder of Cowboy Ventures. |
| Aileen O'Brien - Aileen von Vittinghof, also known as Aileen Schell, was an American writer, journalist, and political activist who gained recognition for her advocacy on behalf of the Nationalist faction of the Spanish Civil War during her 1938 lecture tour of the United States. |
| Aileen Pringle was a prominent American stage and film actress known for her work during the silent film era. |
| Aileen Stanley, also known as Maude Elsie Aileen Muggeridge, was a highly popular American singer during the early 1920s. |
| Aileen Mehle, also known as Suzy or Suzy Knickerbocker, was a prominent American society columnist whose column was syndicated to 100 newspapers and read by over 30 million people. |
| Aileen Baviera - Aileen San Pablo-Baviera was a prominent Filipino political scientist and sinologist, known as one of the top China experts in the Philippines. |
| Aileen Margaret Keel is a Scottish medical doctor and academic, currently serving as the Director of the Innovative Healthcare Delivery Programme at the University of Edinburgh, with previous roles including Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Scotland. |
| Aileen Ward was an accomplished American professor of English literature and award-winning author of "John Keats: The Making of a Poet". |
| Aileen Mary Roberts, 2nd Countess Roberts, was a British peeress who succeeded to her titles in 1914. |
| Aileen May Griffiths OAM (1918–2007) was an Australian woman recognized for her community work in the Sutherland Shire of Sydney, receiving the Order of Australia in 1996 and the Centenary Medal in 2001. |
| Aileen Passloff was an influential American dancer and teacher known for her work in New York City, including founding the Aileen Passloff Dance Company and teaching at Bard College for 40 years. |
