Find out how popular the first name Ailine has been for the last 26 years (from 1999 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ailine by gender

Based on the last 26 years of data, Ailine is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ailine.

The history of the first name Ailine

The name Ailine is a French feminine given name derived from the Germanic name Adeline, which itself originates from the root word "adal" meaning "noble" in Old German. The name Ailine emerged in the Middle Ages, around the 12th century, as a variant spelling of Adeline within certain regions of France.

Ailine gained popularity in France, particularly in the northern regions such as Normandy and Brittany, during the medieval period. It was often used among noble families and the aristocracy, reflecting the name's association with nobility and high social standing.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ailine can be found in the "Livre des Métiers" (Book of Trades), a 13th-century document from Paris that listed the names of various artisans and tradespeople. This suggests that the name had already become relatively widespread by that time.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ailine. One of the most famous was Ailine de Courcelles (1200-1268), a French noblewoman and landowner who played a significant role in the governance of her estates during the tumultuous period of the Albigensian Crusade.

Another notable Ailine was Ailine de Brabant (1385-1451), a duchess of Burgundy and countess of Flanders, who was known for her patronage of the arts and her involvement in the political and cultural affairs of her time.

In the 16th century, Ailine de Sévigné (1523-1598) was a French courtier and lady-in-waiting to Queen Catherine de' Medici, known for her wit and her extensive correspondence with influential figures of the era.

Ailine Varda (1928-2019) was a renowned French film director and a pioneer of the French New Wave cinema movement, acclaimed for her innovative and unconventional approach to filmmaking.

In the realm of literature, Ailine Méplain (1842-1902) was a French novelist and playwright whose works explored themes of feminism and social issues, reflecting the changing attitudes of her time.

While the name Ailine has its origins in France and was particularly popular among the French nobility and aristocracy, it has since spread to other parts of the world, though it remains relatively uncommon in most regions.

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