Girl · 36th of 30,306
Ellie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
100,646
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2024
Peak Popularity Year
6,311
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Ellie 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
Ellie is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'light' or 'God has answered me.' It evolved from names like Eleanor and Eliana, gaining popularity in modern times. The name is associated with positive traits and does not have a direct biblical reference.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛli/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Ellie is derived from the Hebrew name 'Eliana,' meaning 'God has answered me' or 'My God has answered.' It is also considered a diminutive form of names like Eleanor or Elizabeth.
Meaning
light, shining light, or God's promise
Language Evolution
Eleanor (Old French), Eliana (Hebrew), Ellie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Ellie gained popularity in the late 20th century as a standalone name and has remained widely used in various cultures since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Eliana, Eleanor, Elizabeth, Ella
Modern Popularity & Image
Ellie is currently viewed as a charming and friendly name, often associated with youthfulness and warmth.
Famous People
Ellie Goulding (singer), Ellie Kemper (actress), Ellie Bamber (actress)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 6,311 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 18 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 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1374th of 7545 | 447 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1864th of 6773 | 277 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2871st of 7552 | 156 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6193rd of 10718 | 39 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11776th of 16616 | 20 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12877th of 24088 | 48 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9715th of 23106 | 79 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 704th of 9107 | 1,906 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1142nd of 9204 | 778 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1397th of 12526 | 1,050 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1719th of 19264 | 879 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1091st of 27321 | 2,508 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 191st of 35406 | 28,132 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 36th of 30306 | 63,389 |