Meaning & Origin
a female given name
Aisling is a girl's baby name of Irish origin, from the Old Irish word meaning 'dream' or 'vision,' derived from aislinge. In Irish literary tradition, an aisling is a specific genre of poetry in which Ireland appears as a woman in a dream vision.
Aisling (pronounced ASH-ling) is deeply rooted in Irish cultural identity — a name that carries an entire poetic tradition within its syllables. Outside Ireland it's still relatively unknown, which gives it a genuine sense of discovery for families with Irish heritage or a love of Celtic naming traditions. Its meaning — dream, vision — makes it one of the most poetically beautiful names in any language.