Eileen
girl name#654 in 2025Eileen entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #68 in 1943, ranks #654 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1882–2025
#654
rank today
#68
peak (1943)
437
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #724 |
| 1890s | #475 |
| 1900s | #293 |
| 1910s | #157 |
| 1920s | #96 |
| 1930s | #110 |
| 1940s | #90 |
| 1950s | #112 |
| 1960s | #161 |
| 1970s | #318 |
| 1980s | #405 |
| 1990s | #575 |
| 2000s | #713 |
| 2010s | #737 |
| 2020s | #650 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Eileen has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 109,000 people named Eileen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Eileen alive today was born around 1947, making them about 78 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Eileen in 2025?
- Eileen ranks #654 among US girl names in 2025, with 437 babies given the name.
- When was the name Eileen most popular?
- Eileen peaked in 1943, reaching #68 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Eileen with classmates?
- Eileen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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