Ellis
EH-lis
Popularity
#697
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Welsh
Total Births
55,901
Peak Year
#1,654 in 2024
First Recorded
1880
Style
Vintage
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Ellis is a name with Welsh origins meaning 'benevolent'. It is also used as a surname.
Gender Split
Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Ellis Marsalis
American jazz pianist and educator
Havelock Ellis
British physician, writer, and social reformer
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