Light, bright, or shining one
Ailea is a rare name likely derived from the Greek name Helen or the Gaelic Aileen. It shares the same etymological roots as Eileen and Eleanor, signifying radiance and illumination. Its modern usage is often seen as a phonetic variation of more common names like Aila or Aliyah.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Ailea in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
