Baby name

FADING GIRL · SCOTTISH/GAELIC
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Ailis

/ˈalɪʃ/


“Noble, exalted, or of high social rank”

A Scottish Gaelic form of Alice, meaning 'noble', 'exalted', or 'of high social rank'.

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How it ages.

Ailis has moved away from its busier years and now offers a more uncommon, established choice.

The cultural moment.

Ailis has become moderately less common in Scotland in recent years, while remaining an established choice.