Aileen vs Tiffany

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
Tiffany Rank #841

Aileen is more popular, ranked #718 vs #841 for Tiffany.

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

Tiffany ___

  • Tiffany Anne
  • Tiffany Grace
  • Tiffany Lynn
  • Tiffany Nicole
  • Tiffany Marie
  • Tiffany Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Aileen

Brigid Colleen Fiona Patrick Seamus

If you choose Tiffany

Brittany Ashley Dylan Tyler Stephanie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aileen or Tiffany more popular?

Aileen is more popular, ranked #718 compared to Tiffany at #841 in the United States.

What do Aileen and Tiffany mean?

Aileen means "bright, shining light" (Irish/Greek Helene origin). Tiffany means "manifestation of God" (Greek origin).

Are Aileen and Tiffany boy or girl names?

Aileen is primarily a girl name. Tiffany is primarily a girl name.

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