Origin:
Irish
Scottish
Sex:Female
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:Variant of Eileen: Light. From the name Eibhlin, derived from Evelyn or Evelina. Light.
Soul Urge:People with the name Aileen have a deep inner desire for love and companionship, and want to work with others to achieve peace and harmony.
Expression:People with the name Aileen tend to initiate events, to be leaders rather than followers, with powerful personalities. They tend to be focused on specific goals, experience a wealth of creative new ideas, and have the ability to implement these ideas with efficiency and determination. They tend to be courageous and sometimes aggressive. As unique, creative individuals, they tend to resent authority, and are sometimes stubborn, proud, and impatient.