Eilís
“pledged to God — from Elizabeth”
Irish origin · Girl name
#1917US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.4%Percentile
How to pronounce Eilís
ie-leesh
/ie-leesh/ · · 1 syllable
“pledged to God — from Elizabeth”
Irish origin · Girl name
What does Eilís mean and where does it come from?
Eilís is the Irish form of Elizabeth, derived from the Hebrew name Elisheva, meaning 'God is my oath'.
Cultural significance
Eilís is commonly used in Ireland and among Irish communities, often reflecting cultural and religious heritage.
Peak popularity
Reached #1917 in 2015 — currently #1917 in the US.
How else can you spell Eilís?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Eilís?
Eilís works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Eilís Grace
One syllable · timeless choice
Eilís Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Eilís Claire
One syllable · timeless choice
Eilís Zoey
One syllable · vintage charm
Eilís Maeve
One syllable · timeless choice
Eilís Jade
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Eilís right now?
Holding steady — currently #1917 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Eilís is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Eilís?
CZECH
Eliška
DANISH
EliEliseEllaElseLillyLisLisaLisbetLiseLissi
DUTCH
BetjeEliseEllyElsElseElsjeIlseIsaLiesLieseLiesjeLisa
ENGLISH
BellaBelleBessBessieBethBetsyBetteBettieBettyBettyeBuffyElisaEliseElissaElizaEllaElleEllieEllyElsaElsieElyseIbbieIssyIzzyLeannaLeesaLianaLibbieLibbyLiddyLilianLilianaLilibetLilibethLilliaLillianLillianaLisaLiseLisetteLizLizaLizbethLizetteLizzieLizzyLysetteSabellaTetty
Famous people named Eilís
EN
Eilís Ní Dhuibhne
An Irish author known for her novels and short stories.
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Common questions about the name Eilís
What does the name Eilís mean?
Eilís means "pledged to God — from Elizabeth" — a name rooted in Irish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Eilís?
Eilís is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Eilís?
Eilís originates from Irish tradition. Irish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Eilís sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Eilís flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Eilís ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Eilís more of a girl or boy name?
Eilís is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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