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Aylin

Girl name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Aylin: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2025.

Aylin is a name with multiple possible origins, most commonly traced to Turkish, where it means "moon halo" or "halo of the moon," evoking a soft, luminous image. It is also considered a variant of the Irish name Eileen, itself an Anglicised form of Eibhlín, which ultimately derives from the Norman French Aveline, meaning "hazelnut." In modern times, the name has been borne by Aylin Prandi, an Argentine actress and singer, and Aylin Tezel, a German actress known for her role in the film *Almanya: Welcome to Germany*. While no major places are directly named after a bearer, the name shares its luminous root with the Turkish word "ay" (moon), a common element in Turkish place names. Aylin has seen steady use in Scotland since the 1990s, often chosen for its melodic, cross-cultural appeal.