Aislinn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aislinn is an Irish name derived from the word 'aisling', meaning 'dream' or 'vision'. It evolved from the poetic term in Irish literature and has gained popularity since the late 20th century. The name embodies a sense of creativity and elegance, with notable figures contributing to its modern image.
The name Aislinn is most popular in Arizona, 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aislinn has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling 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, 'Aislinn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5811th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2396th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1651st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1172nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aislinn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aislinn"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪʃlɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Aislinn is derived from the Irish word 'aisling', which means 'dream' or 'vision'. It is often associated with a poetic genre in Irish literature that features a woman representing Ireland.
Meaning
dream, vision
Language Evolution
Aisling, Aislinn, Aislin
Historical Usage
Aislinn gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among Irish families and those interested in Irish culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Aisling, Aislin, Aislynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Aislinn is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with creativity and a connection to Irish heritage.
Famous People
Aislinn Paul, Aislinn Derbez
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aislinn"
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 "Aislinn"
"Aislinn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5811th of 19264 | 136 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2396th of 27321 | 773 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1651st of 35406 | 1,950 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1172nd of 30306 | 2,529 |
Regional Popularity of "Aislinn" 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 "Aislinn" 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) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
41.83% 1872nd/4475 |
66.79% 3469th/5194 |
36.30% 2293rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
45.90% 2103rd/4582 |
26.45% 1366th/5164 |
26.12% 1910th/7313 |
22.07% 1647th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
40.56% 1616th/3984 |
33.68% 1511th/4487 |
17.18% 1172nd/6822 |
13.83% 868th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aislinn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aislinn" 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.