Eilean
girl nameEilean entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #3568 in 1932, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
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rank today
#3568
peak (1932)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4637 |
| 1930s | #3568 |
| 1950s | #5408 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Eilean are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Eilean alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Eilean in 2025?
- Eilean is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Eilean most popular?
- Eilean peaked in 1932, reaching #3568 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Eilean with classmates?
- Eilean will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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