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At a Glance: Name: Aine – Meaning: radiance or brightness – Origin: Irish – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: AWN-yuh
Aine is an Irish girl's name, pronounced AWN-yuh, that means radiance or brightness. It has a romantic, storybook feel with a free-spirited, boho edge, which suits parents who want something soft but not fussy.
Meaning & Origin of Aine
Meaning: Radiance or brightness.
Origin: Irish.
How to Pronounce Aine
Phonetic: AWN-yuh IPA: /ˈɑːnjə/
Popularity of Aine
Aine has never been a top-of-the-chart name: it peaked at #2439 in 2003 with 67 girls, and by 2024 it sat at #3112 with 51 girls. That's a small but steady presence, so your daughter would be unlikely to share it with a classmate.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1966–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Aine mean?
Radiance or brightness.
How do you pronounce Aine?
Aine is pronounced AWN-yuh (IPA: /ˈɑːnjə/).
Is Aine a popular name right now?
Aine peaked at #2439 in 2003 and is ranked #3112 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1966–2024.)
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