Name Profile
Ellie
“Shining light” — English
GirlEnglish3 syllablesCurrent rank #21 (2024)
About Ellie
Overflowing with friendly charm, the English girl's name Ellie carries the beautiful meaning of a shining light. Often a sweet diminutive for Eleanor or Elizabeth, it stands strong on its own as a radiant, joyful, and contemporary choice.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginEnglish
Syllables3
Nicknames for Ellie
LieElieEly
Popularity in the U.S.
Ellie ranks #21 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 6,306 births..
Ellie popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Ellie had 6,306 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 4,868 | #47 |
| 2016 | 5,068 | #43 |
| 2017 | 5,011 | #44 |
| 2018 | 5,209 | #36 |
| 2019 | 5,416 | #35 |
| 2020 | 5,562 | #29 |
| 2021 | 5,864 | #30 |
| 2022 | 5,784 | #33 |
| 2023 | 5,968 | #27 |
| 2024 | 6,306 | #21 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Ellie Rose
- Ellie Claire
- Ellie June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ellie mean?
Ellie is commonly linked to the meaning Shining light and is associated with English roots.
Is Ellie a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Ellie ranks #21 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 6,306 births..
What are common nicknames for Ellie?
Popular nicknames include Lie, Elie, Ely.