Aleen
Aleen is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Bright, shining one; or desired.
Origin and history
Aleen is a feminine name considered a variant of Eileen or Aline, ultimately linked to Irish Gaelic names like AibhilÃn or French roots. It has maintained a steady, modest presence in the United States over the past century. Today, it remains a relatively rare choice with a smooth, classic sound.
Popularity in the United States
2,726 babies in the United States have been named Aleen since 1880. It ranks #3385 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1736.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.7 %)
- MI (16.7 %)
- TX (12.5 %)
- IL (11.4 %)
- NY (10.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 15 |
| 1900-1910 | 97 |
| 1910-1920 | 331 |
| 1920-1930 | 430 |
| 1930-1940 | 195 |
| 1940-1950 | 133 |
| 1950-1960 | 89 |
| 1960-1970 | 77 |
| 1970-1980 | 44 |
| 1980-1990 | 77 |
| 1990-2000 | 90 |
| 2000-2010 | 193 |
| 2010-2019 | 590 |
| 2020-2029 | 365 |
Famous people named Aleen
- Aleen Leslie: Screenwriter, Playwright
- Aleen Wetstein: Writer, Journalist
Nicknames
Leen, Allie, Lena
Fun facts
- Aleen developed as a phonetic Anglicization of Irish Gaelic names, closely sharing roots with Eileen and Helen.
- Though never reaching the top ranks of popularity, Aleen has maintained consistent usage in the U.S. across multiple generations.