Aoibheann
A girl's name of Irish origin with 30 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Aoibheann is a two-syllable girl's name with a sharp, distinct sound — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. With only 30 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Aoibheann is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Aoibheann is a girl's baby name of Irish Gaelic origin, pronounced roughly 'EE-van' — from the Old Irish aoibh, meaning 'beauty' or 'radiance,' combined with the diminutive -ean(n). In Irish mythology, Aoibheann was a fairy queen of great beauty, and the name has been used in Ireland since medieval times.
Aoibheann is one of those Irish names that requires a moment's pause to decode — its spelling is pure Gaelic, its beauty entirely its own, and that combination of visual complexity and spoken elegance is exactly what makes traditional Irish names so captivating.
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Aoibheann is cataloged under the Irish naming tradition. Celtic names carry the echoes of ancient insular traditions, often drawing from nature, warfare, and mythology.
In the U.S., Aoibheann has been recorded as a girl's name since 2012, with 30 total births. Browse the Irish names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Aoibheann has 5+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2012.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | #15524 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 25 | #14285 | — |
The Story of Aoibheann
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2018, Aoibheann is a fresh, modern favorite. Girls named Aoibheann are most likely born between 2012 and 2022.
How rare is Aoibheann?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Aoibheann is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2012, peaked in the 2010s with 25 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(5 years, 2012–2022)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 | #15524 |
| 2019 | 7 | #12580 |
| 2018 | 7 | #12605 |
| 2014 | 5 | #16800 |
| 2012 | 6 | #15155 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2012–2022