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GirlPronounced English /aɪ.ˈlin/; English /ˈaɪ.lin/Dutch language family

Eileen

Anglicized form of Eibhlín.

Quick answer

Eileen is a girl name.

Pronunciation: English /aɪ.ˈlin/; English /ˈaɪ.lin/.

GenderGirl
PronunciationEnglish /aɪ.ˈlin/; English /ˈaɪ.lin/
Language familyDutch

Meaning and history

Anglicized 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.

Notes and context

Usage: irish, english