Aoibhinn
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Aoibhinn: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2021.
Aoibhinn is a radiant Gaelic name meaning "beautiful radiance" or "pleasant brightness," stemming from the Old Irish root *aoibh* (beauty, pleasantness). While rare in Scotland, it has deep Irish roots, and one of its most famous bearers was Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin, the beloved traditional Irish singer and broadcaster whose warmth seemed to embody her name's meaning. The name also shares its etymological root with the Irish place name Cill Aoibhinn (Kilavee), meaning "church of the beautiful one." Although primarily Irish, Aoibhinn has seen occasional use in Scotland, likely influenced by the popularity of similar melodic Gaelic names like Aileen and Fiona. Its pronunciation—roughly "EE-veen" or "AY-veen"—can surprise English speakers, but for parents drawn to lyrical, nature-inspired names with a strong Celtic heritage, it offers a distinctive yet authentic choice that feels both ancient and fresh.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20213 babies
- Latest (2021)
- #7923 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2021
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y