Ellen

Ellen means “Bright; shining light”.

Origin: GreekRegion: USA, GlobalGender: GirlSyllables: 2

US popularity

#260

all-time rank

272K

births

declining

Boomer era

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Frequently asked

What does the name Ellen mean?

Ellen means "Bright; shining light", and is of Greek origin.

What is the origin of Ellen?

Ellen originates from Greek.

How popular is the name Ellen?

Ellen has been given to about 271,567 babies in the US and is currently declining, most associated with the Boomer generation.

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