Aelish, pronounced /ˈeɪlɪʃ/, is of Irish origin and means 'noble'. It is a variant spelling of the name Aoife, which in turn comes from the Old Irish word 'aoife', meaning 'beauty'. This unique name has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries.
The name Aelish experienced a notable peak in popularity between 2017 and 2019, with 12 births in 2017 and a combined total of 16 births over the following two years. However, it seems to have declined again recently, with only 5 births recorded in 2022. Overall, there were 38 babies named Aelish born between 1996 and 2022.