Aleen is a female name with American English and British English pronunciations of uh-LEEN (/əˈlin/) and uh-LEEN (/əˈliːn/), respectively. It is a variation of the name Alene. The origin of Aleen is uncertain, but it may have roots in Greek or Hebrew. Aleen has been given to baby girls in the United States since at least the late 19th century. While its popularity has fluctuated over the years, it has remained a moderately used name. In recent years, Aleen has ranked around #2500-#3000 in terms of popularity, with about 50-70 occurrences per year. Despite not being very common, Aleen carries a sense of uniqueness that many parents appreciate when choosing a name for their daughter.
Aleen Isobel Cust was the first female veterinary surgeon recognized by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, born and starting her career in Ireland. |