Bright, shining light or bird
Aileena is a rare variant of Aileen, which itself is an Irish form of Helen or a derivative of Evelyn. It carries the meaning of light and radiance from its Greek roots, or potentially 'bird' from the Germanic Avelina. It is often chosen by parents seeking a more melodic, multi-syllabic version of traditional names like Eileen or Alana.
About 5 girls were named Aileena in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
