Ayleen is a unique and captivating name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish Gaelic name Aoife, which means "beauty" or "radiance." The name has been popularized in recent years by its use in various forms of media, such as literature and television shows.
The name Aoife has a rich history in Irish mythology. It was borne by the daughter of the legendary warrior king, Ailill Mac Máta, who was said to be one of the most beautiful women in Ireland. The name was also given to a female character in the medieval Irish epic, "The Cattle Raid of Cooley," where she is described as being of exceptional beauty.
Over time, the spelling of Aoife has varied, leading to several different versions of the name, including Ayleen. Despite these variations, all forms of the name share the same meaning and origin.
Today, Ayleen continues to be a unique and appealing name choice for parents looking for something distinctive for their daughter. Its Irish origins add an extra layer of charm and history to this beautiful name.
The name Ayleen has seen a significant increase in popularity over the past century in the United States. With only five births recorded in 1913, it was quite rare at the start of the 20th century.
However, by the late 1970s, we begin to see a gradual rise in its usage, with seven births recorded in 1979. This trend continued throughout the 1980s and early 1990s, with steady increases in the number of babies named Ayleen each year.
The name's popularity really took off in the late 1990s and early 2000s, with a significant jump from 27 births in 1996 to 122 births in 1997. This momentum carried into the new millennium, with over 100 babies named Ayleen every year from 1998 to 2002.
The years 2004 to 2012 marked a period of peak popularity for the name Ayleen, with over 300 births recorded each year. The highest point was reached in 2011 and 2012, with 356 and 379 babies named Ayleen respectively.
Since then, the popularity of the name has stabilized, fluctuating between 260 to 360 births per year from 2013 to 2022. The most recent data shows that in 2022, there were 335 babies named Ayleen, indicating that this name remains a popular choice for parents today.
In total, over the past century, there have been 6617 births of girls named Ayleen in the United States. This demonstrates the enduring appeal and growing popularity of this unique and beautiful name.