How Many People Are Named Eilis?

Complete statistics for the name Eilis: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Eilis
Very Rare
Irish

Eilis means 'noble' in Irish, making it a rare gem among names. Only 1 in 1,311,642 Americans are named Eilis, with just 252 living today. The name peaked in popularity in 2018, with 20 births, showing its rise as a modern choice.

~252
Living in US
1 in 1,311,642
Americans
2018
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Noble
🌐
Origin
Irish
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Noble Gracious Gentle Caring
9
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 9 are often compassionate and understanding.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,539
Worldwide Bearers
#197,659
Global Rank
🇮🇪 Ireland
967
🇬🇧 England
155
🇺🇸 United States
136
🇬🇧 Northern Ireland
61
🇮🇩 Indonesia
29
🇻🇪 Venezuela
26
🇦🇺 Australia
20
🇳🇿 New Zealand
17
🇬🇧 Scotland
15
🇨🇦 Canada
13

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
252 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 17
225
Would be under 30 (89%)
29
Would be 30–60 (11%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 254 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2018

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
71
Classic Feel
11
Modern Appeal
100
International
87

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Eilis Through the Generations

Eilis, a name of noble origins, has seen a steady rise in popularity over the past decade. With only 254 recorded births since records began, it's clear that Eilis remains a very rare name in the United States. The majority of people named Eilis are under 30, indicating that it's a genuinely modern name embraced by younger parents. In 2018, the name reached its peak with 20 births, suggesting a growing trend towards unique and meaningful names.

✨ Similar Names to Eilis

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Eilis's Irish roots

📄 About the Name Eilis

How Many People Have the Name Eilis?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 252 people in the United States currently share the name Eilis. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,311,642 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Eilis a Common or Rare Name?

Eilis is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Eilis Mean?

Eilis means "noble" and comes from Irish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Eilis in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Eilis Most Popular?

The name Eilis reached peak popularity in 2018, with 20 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Eilis?

Approximately 252 people named Eilis live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 254. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,311,642 Americans.

Is Eilis a rare name?

Eilis is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,311,642 Americans has this name.

What does the name Eilis mean?

Eilis means "noble" and comes from Irish origins.

Is Eilis more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Eilis are male and 100% are female.

When was Eilis most popular?

Eilis peaked in 2018 with 20 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US252
All-Time Births254
1 in X1 in 1,311,642
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age17
Peak Year2018
World Rank#197,659
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.