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At a Glance: Name: Ailsa – Meaning: from Ailsa Craig, the island in the Firth of Clyde – Origin: Scottish – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: AYL-sah
Ailsa (AYL-sah) is a Scottish girl's name taken from Ailsa Craig, the island in the Firth of Clyde. It has a worldly, clean, modern feel, and its short, easy-to-say sound makes it simple to pronounce for most families.
Meaning & Origin of Ailsa
Meaning: From Ailsa Craig, the island in the Firth of Clyde.
Origin: Scottish.
How to Pronounce Ailsa
Phonetic: AYL-sah IPA: /ˈeɪlsə/
Popularity of Ailsa
Ailsa has always been rare in the U.S. It peaked at #3051 in 1926 with just 10 babies, and by 2024 it ranked #15313 with a count of 5, so your child would be unlikely to share the name with a classmate.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1918–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Ailsa mean?
From Ailsa Craig, the island in the Firth of Clyde.
How do you pronounce Ailsa?
Ailsa is pronounced AYL-sah (IPA: /ˈeɪlsə/).
Is Ailsa a popular name right now?
Ailsa peaked at #3051 in 1926 and is ranked #15313 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1918–2024.)
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