Eileen Petrillo

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Eileen Petrillo — bright, shining
950K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1945s Peak popularity
Gender
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Eileen Petrillo is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Eileen is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Irish and Scottish Anglicization of Eibhlín, itself from the Norman French Aveline, ultimately from Germanic roots meaning 'life.' Popular throughout Ireland. The surname Petrillo: Petrillo is an Italian surname. Some people with this surname include: Alessio De Petrillo (born 1967), Italian football player and coach Andi Petrillo (born 1980), Canadian hockey broadcaster Ferdinando De Petrillo, Italian boxer who competed in the 1924 Summer Olympics James Petrillo (1892–1984), leader of the American Federation of Musicians Luigi Petrillo (1903–1964), Italian pentathlete Sammy Petrillo (1934–2009), American comedian best known as a Jerry Lewis lookalike Sophia Petrillo, character played by Estelle Getty on the TV series The Golden Girls Eileen is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 950K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Eileen reached peak popularity in the 1945s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Eileen

Meaning: bright, shining

Hebrew

Irish and Scottish Anglicization of Eibhlín, itself from the Norman French Aveline, ultimately from Germanic roots meaning 'life.' Popular throughout Ireland.

Surname: Petrillo

Italian

Petrillo is an Italian surname. Some people with this surname include: Alessio De Petrillo (born 1967), Italian football player and coach Andi Petrillo (born 1980), Canadian hockey broadcaster Ferdinando De Petrillo, Italian boxer who competed in the 1924 Summer Olympics James Petrillo (1892–1984), leader of the American Federation of Musicians Luigi Petrillo (1903–1964), Italian pentathlete Sammy Petrillo (1934–2009), American comedian best known as a Jerry Lewis lookalike Sophia Petrillo, character played by Estelle Getty on the TV series The Golden Girls

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Eileen is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 22%
United Kingdom 44%
United States 27%
Australia 7%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Eileen by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Eileen Petrillo

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Eileen Petrillo:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Eileen?
The first name Eileen originates from Hebrew. Irish and Scottish Anglicization of Eibhlín, itself from the Norman French Aveline, ultimately from Germanic roots meaning 'life.' Popular throughout Ireland.
When was Eileen most popular?
The name Eileen reached its peak popularity during the 1945s.
What is the origin of the surname Petrillo?
The surname Petrillo originates from Italian. Petrillo is an Italian surname. Some people with this surname include: Alessio De Petrillo (born 1967), Italian football player and coach Andi Petrillo (born 1980), Canadian hockey broadcaster Ferdinando De Petrillo, Italian boxer who competed in the 1924 Summer Olympics James Petrillo (1892–1984), leader of the American Federation of Musicians Luigi Petrillo (1903–1964), Italian pentathlete Sammy Petrillo (1934–2009), American comedian best known as a Jerry Lewis lookalike Sophia Petrillo, character played by Estelle Getty on the TV series The Golden Girls
What are the origins of the name Eileen Petrillo?
The name Eileen Petrillo combines two different traditions: the first name Eileen has Hebrew roots, while the surname Petrillo originates from Italian.
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