Eilidh
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Eilidh first appeared in US Social Security records in 1999.
Over 263 babies have been named Eilidh in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Eilidh is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #9,861 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #9,861
- Total SSA Count
- 11
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About the Name Eilidh
Eilidh is a girl name .
Eilidh is currently ranked #9,861 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Eilidh include Eil, Eili, Eiliy, Eiliie, Eiy, Eiie, and Eilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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