Eileen vs Mavis

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
Nicknames
Eillie, Ellie

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Mavis

Girl #566 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"song thrush, songbird"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#566
Total SSA Count
532
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mave, Mavie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Eileen Rank #592
Mavis Rank #566

Mavis is more popular, ranked #566 vs #592 for Eileen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eileen ___

  • Eileen Rose
  • Eileen Marie
  • Eileen Grace
  • Eileen Jean
  • Eileen Frances
  • Eileen Ann

Mavis ___

  • Mavis June
  • Mavis Pearl
  • Mavis Rose
  • Mavis Grace
  • Mavis Irene
  • Mavis Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Eileen

Brigid Fiona Siobhan Patrick Declan

If you choose Mavis

Hattie Clive Olive Clarence Blythe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eileen or Mavis more popular?

Mavis is more popular, ranked #566 compared to Eileen at #592 in the United States.

What do Eileen and Mavis mean?

Eileen means "bright, shining one" (Greek via Irish (Eibhlín) origin). Mavis means "song thrush, songbird" (Old French origin).

Are Eileen and Mavis boy or girl names?

Eileen is primarily a girl name. Mavis is primarily a girl name.

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