Aoife is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #263 in 2007 with 185 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2015 with 325 births ranking #167. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 160.6%. In 2007, approximately 1 in every 1,655 girls born was named Aoife. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Aoife is a striking Irish classic usually linked with beauty and radiance. It feels deeply rooted in Gaelic tradition while sounding elegant and distinctive.
The name has ancient Irish mythological associations and remains one of the best-loved native Irish girls' names. Its rise outside Ireland reflects growing comfort with authentic Gaelic spellings.