Eily is of Irish origin and means "sun". It is often considered a modern alternative to the classic Irish name Aileen, which also translates to mean sun. In Irish culture, Eily is derived from the word 'éile' meaning other or strange, but it is most commonly associated with its solar meaning when used as a given name. The name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries, due to its unique sound and its association with the sun's warmth and radiance. Eily is typically pronounced /AY-lee/ in English, with the stress on the first syllable. It is also known by its variant spellings Eilee and Eilia.
The name Eily experienced a steady increase in popularity from 2007 onwards, peaking in 2013 with 26 births. Since then, it has maintained moderate popularity with no significant decline or surge.