Ellis
Ellis first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2025, when 1,417 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,417.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ellis popular?
Near its peak Ellis is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 7,039 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 7,098 | |
| 2000s | 2,355 | |
| 1990s | 1,796 | |
| 1980s | 1,514 | |
| 1970s | 1,664 | |
| 1960s | 2,596 | |
| 1950s | 3,970 | |
| 1940s | 4,617 | |
| 1930s | 4,482 | |
| 1920s | 6,125 | |
| 1910s | 4,433 | |
| 1900s | 1,100 | |
| 1890s | 886 | |
| 1880s | 728 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ellis mean?
From the Welsh Elis, a form of Elijah, “the Lord is my God,” and linked to “benevolent.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ellis mean?
Ellis means Benevolent; from Elijah. From the Welsh Elis, a form of Elijah, “the Lord is my God,” and linked to “benevolent.”
What is the origin of the name Ellis?
Ellis is of Welsh origin.
How do you pronounce Ellis?
Ellis is pronounced “EL-iss.”
Is Ellis a boy or a girl name?
Ellis is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Ellis a popular name right now?
Ellis is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Ellis?
In 2025, Ellis ranked #243 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ellis most popular?
Ellis was most popular in 2025, when about 1,417 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Ellis?
Names similar to Ellis include Emery, Avery, Rowan, Emmett.
What names go well with Ellis?
Welsh names that pair well with Ellis include Megan, Dylan, Morgan, Owen, Evan.