Ellamae
Ellamae is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Other or foreign pearl, derived from the blend of Ella and Mae.
Origin and history
Ellamae is a traditional American compound name combining Ella and Mae. Historically present in the United States since the late 19th century, it experienced a modern revival in the 2020s as vintage double names regained popularity. It combines the classic qualities of its two root names into a warm, vintage form.
Popularity in the United States
2,358 babies in the United States have been named Ellamae since 1880. It ranks #3632 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1668.
States where it is most popular
- PA (26.3 %)
- OH (14.9 %)
- TX (10.6 %)
- CA (9.8 %)
- NY (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 12 |
| 1900-1910 | 85 |
| 1910-1920 | 305 |
| 1920-1930 | 475 |
| 1930-1940 | 238 |
| 1940-1950 | 165 |
| 1950-1960 | 58 |
| 1960-1970 | 30 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 114 |
| 2010-2019 | 433 |
| 2020-2029 | 433 |
Nicknames
Ella, Ellie, Mae
Fun facts
- Ellamae belongs to a rich American tradition of pairing classic short names with Mae.
- After declining in mid-20th century usage, Ellamae has seen increased usage in the U.S. during the 2020s.