Aislin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aislin is an Irish name originating from the term 'aisling', meaning 'dream' or 'vision'. It has evolved from historical forms such as Aisling and Aislinne. The name has gained popularity in recent years, especially among those with Irish heritage. It conveys traits of creativity and artistic flair, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Aislin is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aislin has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aislin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16870th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3363rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3381st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aislin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aislin"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪʃlɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Aislin is derived from the Irish word 'aisling', which means 'dream' or 'vision'. The term is often associated with a specific genre of Irish poetry that emerged in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Meaning
dream, vision
Language Evolution
Aisling, Aislin, Aislinne
Historical Usage
Aislin gained popularity in the late 20th century as a given name, particularly among those of Irish descent or with an interest in Irish culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Aisling, Ashling, Aislinne
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aislin is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and artistic expression.
Famous People
Aislin McGuckin, Aislin O'Sullivan
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aislin"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aislin"
"Aislin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16870th of 27321 | 29 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3363rd of 35406 | 718 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3381st of 30306 | 564 |
Regional Popularity of "Aislin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aislin" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
61.33% 3167th/5164 |
53.52% 3914th/7313 |
50.86% 3796th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
84.49% 3366th/3984 |
79.76% 3579th/4487 |
50.51% 3446th/6822 |
52.04% 3266th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aislin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aislin" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.