Aislinn: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ah-eesl-eenn
Origin: Ireland
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: An Irish form of Aisling, meaning "dream" or "vision."

Aislinn is a beautiful and enchanting Irish name that means "dream" or "vision." It has its roots in the Irish word "aisling," which refers to a poetic vision or dream. The name has a rich cultural history and has been popularized through literary works and celebrity names. Over time, Aislinn has evolved from being a rare name to gaining popularity, especially among parents of Irish descent. Its melodic sound and deep spiritual connotations make it a unique and meaningful choice for parents. Aislinn first gained attention in 1974 through Kathleen E. Woodiwiss' best-selling romance novel "The Wolf and the Dove." It started to attain popularity in the late 1990s and reached its all-time high in 2018, ranking 959 in the US in 2020. Despite its recent decline in popularity, Aislinn remains a distinctive and culturally significant name.

Aislinn Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Aislinn is currently #1861 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Aislinn is currently #1029 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Aislinn is currently #890 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Aislinn is currently #473 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Aislinn is currently #965 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Aislinn is currently #536 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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