Aileen vs Seraphina

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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Popularity Comparison

Aileen Rank #718
Seraphina Rank #778

Aileen is more popular, ranked #718 vs #778 for Seraphina.

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

Seraphina ___

  • Seraphina Rose
  • Seraphina Joy
  • Seraphina Grace
  • Seraphina Louise
  • Seraphina Elise
  • Seraphina Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aileen

Brigid Colleen Fiona Patrick Seamus

If you choose Seraphina

Evangeline Araminta Celestine Caspar Felix

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aileen or Seraphina more popular?

Aileen is more popular, ranked #718 compared to Seraphina at #778 in the United States.

What do Aileen and Seraphina mean?

Aileen means "bright, shining light" (Irish/Greek Helene origin). Seraphina means "fiery, ardent" (Hebrew origin).

Are Aileen and Seraphina boy or girl names?

Aileen is primarily a girl name. Seraphina is primarily a girl name.

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