Ellie: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A sunny diminutive of Eleanor and Elizabeth, warm and approachable from the very first syllable.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #26
- Peak
- #26 in 2022
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Ellie Means
Ellie is a girl name of English origin. A sunny diminutive of Eleanor and Elizabeth, warm and approachable from the very first syllable.
How Popular Ellie Is
Ellie currently ranks #26 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #26 in 2022. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Ellie
- Ellie from the Pixar film Up gave this name its sweetest association.
- The Last of Us protagonist Ellie Williams brought a fierce edge.
- Now used as a standalone name rather than just a nickname.
Names Like Ellie
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Ellie
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Ellie.
Questions About Ellie
What does Ellie mean?
Ellie is a girl name of English origin. A sunny diminutive of Eleanor and Elizabeth, warm and approachable from the very first syllable.
How popular is Ellie?
Ellie currently ranks #26 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #26 in 2022. It has held steady.
Where does Ellie come from?
Ellie comes from English roots. Ellie from the Pixar film Up gave this name its sweetest association.
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