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Imelda vs Ailee

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ailee

Girl #3,765 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"light, bright one"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish Korean-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,765
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Imelda Rank #3,675
Ailee Rank #3,765

Imelda is more popular, ranked #3675 vs #3765 for Ailee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Imelda or Ailee more popular?

Imelda is more popular, ranked #3675 compared to Ailee at #3765 in the United States.

What do Imelda and Ailee mean?

Imelda means "powerful in battle, mighty warrior" (Germanic origin). Ailee means "light, bright one" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Imelda and Ailee boy or girl names?

Imelda is primarily a girl name. Ailee is primarily a girl name.

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