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Eileen vs Parish

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
Parish Rank #66,244

Eileen is more popular, ranked #592 vs #66244 for Parish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eileen or Parish more popular?

Eileen is more popular, ranked #592 compared to Parish at #66244 in the United States.

What do Eileen and Parish mean?

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

Are Eileen and Parish boy or girl names?

Eileen is primarily a girl name. Parish is primarily a girl name.

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