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Origin: Scottish

Meaning: radiant one

With Scottish origins, Eilidh is a beautiful girl’s name meaning “radiant one.” This name has been popular in Scotland for some time. It derives from the Gaelic version of Eleanor but also has links to those from the Helen family tree. Eilidh was first introduced into the British Isles by the Normans before it transformed into Aileen and Evelyn. For those wanting to pay homage to their Scottish roots, Eilidh is the perfect choice.