Ellis

At a Glance: Name: Ellis – Meaning: benevolent, kind (Welsh); alt. English form of Elias/Elijah – Origin: Welsh and English (dual-origin surname) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: EL-is

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Ellis works as a name for any gender and has real vintage character, with roots as a dual-origin surname in both Wales and England. In Welsh, Ellis means 'benevolent' or 'kind,' and it also functions as an English form of Elias or Elijah. It's pronounced EL-is, stressed on the first syllable.

Meaning & Origin of Ellis

Meaning: Benevolent, kind (welsh); alt. english form of elias/elijah.

Origin: Welsh and English (dual-origin surname).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Ellis

Phonetic: EL-is   IPA: /ˈɛlɪs/

Popularity of Ellis

Ellis peaked in 1899 at #155, when 98 babies were given the name; by 2024 it had settled at #273, with 1,250 babies given the name that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Ellis mean?

Benevolent, kind (welsh); alt. english form of elias/elijah. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Ellis)

How do you pronounce Ellis?

Ellis is pronounced EL-is (IPA: /ˈɛlɪs/).

Is Ellis a popular name right now?

Ellis peaked at #155 in 1899 and is ranked #273 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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