Ellen
EL-en
Popularity
#1028
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Greek
Total Births
275,793
Peak Year
#5,956 in 1951
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Bright, shining light. A short form of Helen, of Greek origin.
Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Famous Namesakes
Ellen DeGeneres
American comedian, television host, actress, writer, and producer
Ellen Burstyn
American actress
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