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Gaelic |
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Form of Helen; Evelyn; Aveline; pleasant |
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Meaning: |
Form of Helen; Evelyn; Aveline; pleasant |
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Pronunciation: |
(eye LEEN) [Guide] |
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Miscellaneous Info for Eileen |
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English speaking countries |
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Additional info: |
Anglicized form of Eibhlín.
Originally used in Ireland as a form of Helen or Evelyn. Could also be related to Gaelic in which it means 'pleasant'. |
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