Origin
Irish (Gaelic)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Virgo
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Eilis is a name often given to girls. Ranked #15826 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Irish (Gaelic) origin and traditionally means "Pledged to God in faithful devotion". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Eilis
Eilis stems from the Gaelic form of Elizabeth and echoes Ireland's rich naming heritage. Its soft pronunciation gives it elegance while retaining a sense of heritage. Modern parents appreciate its rarity outside Ireland alongside its easy spelling. The name suggests a thoughtful, graceful personality with inner resilience.
Popularity
Currently ranked #15826 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Seeks truth through introspection.
Craves freedom and variety.
Diplomacy and sensitivity define them.
Creative self-expression comes naturally.
Zodiac & Astrology
Virgo
Its precise yet gentle sound matches Virgo's thoughtful nature.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Eilis radiates calm, grounded elegance.
Color Aura
Soft Sage
Element
Earth
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Emerald
Spirit Animal
Owl
Power Word
Wisdom
Energy Type
Earth × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Intuitive
Possesses strong inner wisdom.
Graceful
Moves through life with quiet elegance.
Resilient
Faces challenges with quiet strength.
Famous People Named Eilis
Eilis Ni Dhuibhne
Irish writer and academic
Eilis O'Neal
American fantasy author
Eilis in Pop Culture
Eilis Lacey
Brooklyn (film/novel)
Historical Events
1200
Earliest recorded use in Irish annals.
1950
Revival among Irish diaspora families.
International Variations
Eilis in Different Scripts
Éilís
Irish Gaelic
Эйлиш
Cyrillic
エイリッシュ
Japanese (Katakana)
에일리시
Korean
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Eilis:
Eilis Maeve
Eilis Siobhan
Eilis Nora
Eilis Fiona
Eilis Aine
Eilis Roisin
Eilis Grainne
Fun Facts & Trivia
Common in Ireland since medieval times.
Variant of Elizabeth used by Irish speakers.
Gained modest US attention in the 2000s.
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Quick Facts
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