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Eileen vs Madlen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eileen

Girl #592 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining one"

Origin: Greek via Irish (Eibhlín)

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#592
Total SSA Count
508
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Eileen Rank #592
Madlen Rank #69,634

Eileen is more popular, ranked #592 vs #69634 for Madlen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eileen or Madlen more popular?

Eileen is more popular, ranked #592 compared to Madlen at #69634 in the United States.

What do Eileen and Madlen mean?

Eileen means "bright, shining one" (Greek via Irish (Eibhlín) origin).

Are Eileen and Madlen boy or girl names?

Eileen is primarily a girl name. Madlen is primarily a girl name.

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