Aileen vs Clover

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Aileen

Girl #718 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Irish/Greek Helene

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#718
Total SSA Count
390
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ally, Lee, Leenie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Clover

Girl #618 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"good luck, prosperity (symbolic)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#618
Total SSA Count
482
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Clo, Clovy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Aileen Rank #718
Clover Rank #618

Clover is more popular, ranked #618 vs #718 for Aileen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aileen ___

  • Aileen Rose
  • Aileen Marie
  • Aileen Grace
  • Aileen Patricia
  • Aileen Margaret
  • Aileen Frances

Clover ___

  • Clover Rose
  • Clover Mae
  • Clover Jane
  • Clover Fern
  • Clover Ivy
  • Clover June

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aileen

Brigid Colleen Fiona Patrick Seamus

If you choose Clover

Willow Ivy Fern Jasper River

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aileen or Clover more popular?

Clover is more popular, ranked #618 compared to Aileen at #718 in the United States.

What do Aileen and Clover mean?

Aileen means "bright, shining light" (Irish/Greek Helene origin). Clover means "good luck, prosperity (symbolic)" (Old English origin).

Are Aileen and Clover boy or girl names?

Aileen is primarily a girl name. Clover is primarily a girl name.

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