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Origin: Scottish

Meaning: Of Aileen; Bright, shining light; From Ailsa Craig

Ailie is a girl’s name of Scottish origin. A variant of Eilidh and Aileen, this sweet name may refer to someone from Ailsa Craig, a rocky islet in the Scottish Firth of Clyde. Some believe it is a Scottish form of the Greek name Helen, meaning “light.” Ailie offers an easier alternative to Eilidh for those who may not be familiar with Scottish spelling and pronunciation.