What Does the Name Eileen Mean
The name Eileen comes from Irish roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Eileen below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Eileen Name Meaning
Irish, EnglishAnglicized form of EIBHLÍN. It is also sometimes considered an Irish form of HELEN. It first became popular in the English-speaking world outside of Ireland near the end of the 19th century.
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