Aislin

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Aislin Pronunciation

Aislin is pronounced ASH-lin /ˈæʃ.lɪn/Medium

Meaning: From Irish aisling, 'dream, vision' — a poetic Gaelic word-nameHigh

In 30 seconds: A dream made a name: Aislin spells the Irish aisling — 'dream, vision' — the poetic reverie of Gaelic verse. Lyrical, misty, and lovely.

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Origin HighIrish

MeaningFrom Irish aisling, 'dream, vision' — a poetic Gaelic word-name

U.S. rank (2024)#4031 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births36 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2013

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,311

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Aislin is a streamlined spelling of Aisling — Irish aisling, 'dream, vision'. Rooted in a celebrated form of Gaelic poetry, it's a soft, evocative name with deep literary resonance.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, dream at the root, and poetic.

Did you know? The aisling was a whole genre of Irish poetry — a dream-vision in which Ireland appears as a beautiful woman; Aislin carries that romantic heritage.

Overall data confidence 82%

Behind the Name — Aisling — etymology

Variations

AislingAshlynAislinn

Nicknames

AshLin

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Aislin?

Aislin is pronounced ASH-lin (/ˈæʃ.lɪn/). Press play above to hear Aislin said aloud.

How do you say Aislin?

Aislin is said ASH-lin (/ˈæʃ.lɪn/). Press play above to hear Aislin said aloud.

What does the name Aislin mean?

Aislin is from Irish aisling, 'dream, vision'.

Is Aislin a boy or girl name?

Aislin is a girl's name.

How popular is Aislin?

Aislin is a rare name in the U.S.