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Ellie

Ellie or Elly is a given name. It is often short for Elizabeth, Eleanor, Elvira, Elaine, Elena, Eliora / Eliorah, Michelle, Elnaz, Amelia, Elham, Elaheh, Eliana, Eloise, Emelia, Elisa, Ellisha, Elisha, Elesha, Shelly, Eleni, Petronella, Eleazer, Elliot, Ellis, Eliseo, Elishama, Elrod, Elron, or Elston. In Greek mythology, Ellie (Helle) was the daughter of Athamas and Nephele; sister of Phrixus.

Greek originSecular traditionClassicShort

Meaning

Ellie or Elly is a given name. It is often short for Elizabeth, Eleanor, Elvira, Elaine, Elena, Elio

Snapshot

A girl name with 1 syllables. Currently considered popular.

Popularity Over Time

U.S. Data (2000-2023)

Explore how the popularity of Ellie has changed over the last two decades.

Historical Context & Cultural Origin

Ellie is a diminutive name with Greek origins, commonly used as a short form for longer names such as Elizabeth, Eleanor, and Elaine. Its usage as a standalone name has grown in popularity, offering a sweet and approachable sound.

Famous Namesakes

Ellie Goulding, Ellie Kemper, Ellie MacIntyre, Ellie Chu

Nicknames & Variations

El, Elly, Elle

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