Eileen
Meaning of Eileen
Eileen is a beautiful and timeless name for baby girls. It has a feminine and elegant sound, making it a popular choice among parents. The name Eileen is pronounced as eye-LEEN in both American English (/aɪˈlin/) and British English (/aɪˈliːn/). This classic name also has variations such as Aileen, adding versatility to its usage.
The popularity of the name Eileen has fluctuated over the years in the United States. In recent years, it has been consistently given to around 400-500 newborn girls annually. However, in previous decades, Eileen was much more prevalent. It reached its peak popularity in the 1930s when it ranked within the top 100 names for baby girls.
Despite its decline in popularity, Eileen continues to be a beloved choice for many parents who appreciate its timeless charm and simplicity.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as eye-LEEN (/aɪˈliːn/)
American English
- Pronunced as eye-LEEN (/aɪˈlin/)
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Notable People Named Eileen
| Eileen Marie Collins is a retired NASA astronaut and United States Air Force (USAF) colonel, known for being the first woman to pilot the Space Shuttle and the first to command a Space Shuttle mission. |
| Eileen Feng Gu, also known as Gu Ailing, is a freestyle skier who competes for China in halfpipe, slopestyle, and big air events, despite being born in the United States. |
| Eileen Gray was an influential Irish architect and furniture designer, known for her pioneering work in the Modern Movement and her iconic house, E-1027, in France. |
| Dame Eileen Atkins is an accomplished English actress and screenwriter, with numerous awards and honors for her work in theatre, film, and television spanning over six decades. |
| Eileen Spinelli is a renowned American author known for her children's books and poetry. |
| Eileen Cecile Ford was an influential American modeling agency executive who co-founded Ford Models, one of the most successful agencies in the mid and late-20th century, with her husband Gerard "Jerry" Ford. |
| Eileen Brennan was an American actress known for her roles in Divorce American Style and The Last Picture Show, earning her a BAFTA Award nomination. |
| Eileen Farrell was a renowned American soprano with a nearly 60-year career, known for her exceptional operatic voice and performances in both classical and popular music. |
| Eileen Chamberlain Donahoe is a former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, Switzerland, and an advocate for human rights and global affairs. |
| Eileen Vartan Barker is a renowned sociology professor, emeritus member of the London School of Economics, and founder of the Information Network Focus on Religious Movements (INFORM), known for her expertise in cults and new religious movements. |
| Eileen Slattery Naughton is an American consultant and politician who served as a Democrat in the Rhode Island House of Representatives, representing the 21st district. |
| Eileen Cooper is a renowned British artist recognized for her work as a painter and printmaker. |
| Eileen MacDonagh, born in 1956 in Geevagh, County Sligo, is a renowned sculptor who was elected to Aosdána in 2004 for her significant contribution to sculpture and the arts in Ireland. |
| Anna Eileen Heckart was a renowned American stage and screen actress with a career spanning almost six decades. |
| Eileen Fulton is a renowned American actress famous for her iconic portrayal of Lisa on the long-running CBS soap opera As the World Turns for nearly 50 years. |
