Girl · 1822nd of 9,107
Ellene
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
875
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1925
Peak Popularity Year
36
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Ellene stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Ellene originates from the Greek name Helenē, meaning 'light' or 'torch'. The name evolved through various forms in languages such as Ancient Greek and Latin before becoming popular in English. It symbolizes brightness and elegance. The name has no direct biblical relevance but carries a rich cultural heritage.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛlɪn/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Ellene is derived from the Greek name Helenē, which means 'light' or 'torch'. It is often associated with the bright and shining qualities of light.
Meaning
light, torch
Language Evolution
Helenē (Ancient Greek), Helena (Latin), Ellen (Middle English), Ellene (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Ellene gained popularity in the 19th century as variations of the name Helen became more common in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Helen, Helena, Ellen, Elena
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ellene is seen as a classic and elegant name, often associated with beauty and grace.
Famous People
Ellene H. H. Latimer, an American author, Ellene L. Decker, a noted philanthropist
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 36 peak births in 1925
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 3 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1822nd of 9107 | 372 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2106th of 9204 | 296 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3990th of 12526 | 178 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12628th of 19264 | 24 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |