Eileen
|Ei-leen|
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/aɪˈliːn/
female name
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Eileen' originates from the Irish name 'Eibhlin', which is derived from the Norman French name 'Aveline'.
Historical Evolution
'Eibhlin' transformed into the English name 'Eileen' over time.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it was a name meaning 'light' or 'beautiful bird', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a female given name.
Eileen is known for her kindness and generosity.
Last updated: 2025/06/22 03:17