Ailish
Ailish: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Ailish
Root meaning: “Alice”
- A female given name from Irish.
Etymology
Phonetic rendering of Irish Ailís (“Alice”) or Eilís (“Elizabeth”).
How popular is Ailish?
Since 1880, 655 girls in the U.S. have been named Ailish. Its highest rank for girls was #3926 in 2016. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Ailish FAQ
What does the name Ailish mean?
Ailish traces back to a root meaning "Alice". A female given name from Irish. Phonetic rendering of Irish Ailís (“Alice”) or Eilís (“Elizabeth”).
What is the origin of the name Ailish?
Ailish is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Ailish?
Since 1880, 655 girls in the U.S. have been named Ailish. Its highest rank for girls was #3926 in 2016. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Ailish a boy or girl name?
Ailish is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 655 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.