Ellis

Boy's name

Ellis is a Welsh name derived from the name Elisedd, meaning "benevolent" or "kind."

Meaning The lord is my god
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 1,250
Peak year 2024

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Ellis Marsalis - Jazz pianist and educator.
  • Ellis Paul - Folk singer-songwriter.
  • Ellis Burks - MLB outfielder, two-time All-Star.
  • Ellis Lankster - NFL cornerback for the New York Jets.
  • Ellis Short - Businessman, former owner of Sunderland A.F.C.
  • Ellis Genge - Rugby player for England and Leicester Tigers.
  • Ellis Hobbs - Former NFL cornerback for New England Patriots.
  • Ellis Johnson - College football coach, former head coach at Southern Miss.
  • Ellis Valentine - Former MLB outfielder, All-Star with Montreal Expos.
  • Ellis Faas - Makeup artist and founder of Ellis Faas Cosmetics.

Brothers for Ellis

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Sisters for Ellis

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Name Variants

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