Will my child share the name Eilis with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 4 UK babies named Eilis per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Eilis in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Eilis becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Eilis is declining: down 332 places since 2020, to #4,867 in 2025. It peaked at #1,031 in 1996.

Is Eilis a good choice for a distinctive name?

Eilis is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Eilis a popular baby name in the United States?

Eilis does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Eilis is a distinctive choice, ranked #4867 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Eilis in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Eilis

Eilis has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 925 places in five years. It was most popular in 1996 at #1031 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 1996.

Eilis is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Eilis in their class.