All about the name EILE

Meaning, origin, history.

Eile, of Irish origin, means 'sunny'. It is derived from the Old Irish name Eileen, which itself evolved from the Gaelic word 'eibhlin', meaning 'vigor' or 'life'. This unique moniker was popularized by the 19th-century Irish poet and playwright, George Fitzmaurice's poem 'Eileen Aroon'. Today, it is recognized as a distinct name in its own right.

See also

Irish
Ireland

Popularity of the name EILE since 1880.

Number of births per year since 1880.

The name Eile saw a notable gap in usage between 2019 and 2023, with five births recorded each year.

Name variation EILE.