Derived from the Irish Áilésh, Ailish is the Gaelic form of Alice, itself rooted in the Old High German adalheidis, meaning “noble kind.” Pronounced AY-lish (/eˈlɪʃ/), the name balances soft vowels with a crisp consonant ending, reflecting both its Celtic heritage and contemporary clarity. In the United States, Ailish has maintained a steady presence in the top 1,000 girls’ names since the mid-1990s, most recently ranking 939th in 2024 with 11 recorded births. This consistency underlines its appeal to parents who value a name that marries tradition with individuality. Analytically, Ailish’s enduring yet modest usage illustrates the ongoing influence of Gaelic culture in modern naming trends while avoiding overuse.
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