Ellie
Ellie is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Bright, shining one or god is my oath (depending on root name like Eleanor or Elizabeth).
Origin and history
Ellie originated as a pet form of names beginning with El-, such as Eleanor, Elizabeth, and Ellen. It has gained widespread popularity in the United States as an independent given name. Today, it stands among the most popular choices for baby girls in the country.
Popularity in the United States
105,677 babies in the United States have been named Ellie since 1880. It ranks #362 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #30.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11 %)
- TX (8.5 %)
- FL (4.4 %)
- OH (4.3 %)
- NY (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 306 |
| 1890-1900 | 453 |
| 1900-1910 | 533 |
| 1910-1920 | 781 |
| 1920-1930 | 767 |
| 1930-1940 | 441 |
| 1940-1950 | 395 |
| 1950-1960 | 542 |
| 1960-1970 | 576 |
| 1970-1980 | 567 |
| 1980-1990 | 767 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,559 |
| 2000-2010 | 17,025 |
| 2010-2019 | 43,240 |
| 2020-2029 | 35,725 |
Famous people named Ellie
- Ellie Kemper: Actress, Comedian
- Ellie Goulding: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- While historically a nickname for Eleanor or Elizabeth, Ellie has become highly successful as an official standalone given name.
- The name's popularity was boosted by prominent fictional characters, such as Ellie in the video game and TV series The Last of Us.