Names ending in -een

One dying trend in the Western world today is the use of names ending in the sound -een. Common among women born in the 1950s and 1960s, -een names have steadily declined in popularity over the last thirty to forty years. Unlikely to make a sudden resurgance, naming a girl with an -een name will ensure individuality with a touch of nostalgia. Most -een names are also Irish in origin. Here are a few suggestions:

Maureen - meaning 'sea of bitterness', perhaps it would be good for a screaming baby!

Kathleen - this name means pure. It could be used as a full name for Kate.

Doreen - meaning gift, it could be a good name for a first-born because it's your first gift!

Noreen - a possible variation for Nora, it means honour.

Aileen - a form of Evelyn and Avelyn.

Irene - not ending in the traditional -een, this name is Greek in Origin and means peace.

I hope this has given you some suggestions for less-conventional names!

Love,
The Name Dame