Feminine dossier · first seen 1882
Eileen
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1947
Peak births
4,251
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Boomer
Quick answers about Eileen
How many people are named Eileen?
An estimated 82,293 living Americans are named Eileen.
How rare is Eileen?
Eileen is uncommon among babies today, with 437 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 89.7% from its 1947 peak.
How old is the typical Eileen?
The median age of a living American named Eileen is approximately 64 years, with most bearers falling between 48 and 73 years old.
Is Eileen still popular?
Yes. Eileen is holding steady, with 437 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Where is Eileen most common?
Eileen has its strongest geographic signal in New York, where it appears 3.6× more often than the national baseline.
1882Peak 19472025
Peak year
1947
Decline from peak
89.7%
2025
437
All-time
189,614