Ellis Name Meaning, Origin, History, And Popularity

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Origin, Meaning, And History Of Ellis

Ellis is a patronym derived from the Middle English given name ‘Elis,’ which is derived from an Old French vernacular form of ‘Elias.’ The name Elias has Latin roots and can be found in the New Testament, a Greek form of the Hebrew name ‘Eliyahu.’ It stands for ‘my God is Yahweh’ or ‘Yahweh is God.’ Yahweh is the ancient Hebrew name for God. Another variant of the Welsh personal name Elisse is derived from the word ‘elus,’ which translates to ‘kindly benevolent.’

The origin of the name can date back to the Middle Ages in Wales. However, it also has a strong historical connection for Americans as Ellis Island in America served as an entry point for 12 million people coming to the US between 1892 to 1954.

In rare cases, the name is also a feminine variation of the Middle English personal name ‘Elice,’ which was a pet name for Elizabeth. Presently, Ellis is also used as a variant for the name Alice.

Elys, Alice, Alison, Elias, Elijah, Eliott, Ely, Elliott, Ella, Ellison, Elisedd, and Ilya are some variants of the name. Some attractive nicknames are El, Ele, Elly, Elia, Eli, Ellie, Ellbell, Lisa, and Elex/

One of the most famous female writers of the 18th century wrote under a pseudonym. Emily Brontë wrote all her works under the pen name of Ellis Bell. Ellis Carver, a narcotic detective, is played by Seth Gilliam in the HBO drama ‘The Wire.’ He is portrayed to be personable, reasonable, and interested in growth as an individual. Morgan Freeman, who played Ellis Boyd Redding, is portrayed as a self-interested but observant and kind-hearted man in one of the greatest movies of all time ‘The Shawshank Redemption.’

Ellis

Meaning My God is Yahweh

Gender Boy

Religion Christianity

Origin Greek, Hebrew

Lucky Number 3

Syllables Two

Length 1 word, 5 letters, 2 vowels, 3 consonants

Type Short and easy to pronounce

How To Pronounce Ellis?

Pronounced as eh-lis

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Listen to the sound of the name Ellis in English.

Famous People With The Name Ellis

Ellis GengeEnglish professional rugby union player, captain of the Leicester team when they won the 2021-2022 Premiership Rugby title
Ellis KadoorieJewish entrepreneur and philanthropist, member of the wealthy Baghdadian Kadoorie family
Ellis Louis Marsalis Jr.American jazz pianist and educator, and the patriarch of the musical Marsalis family
Ellis W. RabbAmerican actor and director, formed the Association of Producing Artists
Ellis Reco SimmsEnglish professional footballer, plays as a striker for Premier League club Everton
Ellis TaylorEnglish professional footballer, plays as a midfielder for EFL Championship club Sunderland

Ellis On The Popularity Chart

According to the US Social Security Administration, the name Ellis has gained favor among parents and is experiencing a rapid increase in popularity. Check the graphs below to gain a better insight.

Popularity Over Time

According to the graph, the name experienced a surge in popularity in 2011 when 312 babies out of a million shared the name.

Source: Social Security Administration

Rank Over Time

The name had a slow decline in rank from 1983 till 2007 and is gradually making its way back up in the ranks.

Source: Social Security Administration

Ellis On MomJunction Popularity Chart

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Popular Sibling Names For Ellis

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Popular Songs On The Name Ellis

Song	Artist
Ellis Dee	Jimmy Buffett
Ellis Island	Meredith Monk
Ellis Unit One	Steve Earle

Acrostic Poem On Ellis

Dive into the lyrical charm of the name Ellis with this acrostic poem. Witness how each letter paints together a story, capturing the name’s individuality, strength, vitality, and sophistication. Inspiring, is it? Why not try a similar poem that describes what you think of your baby’s personality?

Enchanting like a garden of wildflowers.

Lively spirit bursting with vivacity and zest for life.

Lighthearted and loyal, you sure deserve all things royal.

Imagination beyond compare, an inspiration for everyone you care.

Spirited and sprightly, filling the house with contagious energy.

Ellis’s Zodiac Sign And Birth Star As Per Vedic Astrology

Vedic astrology, also called Jyotisha, provides deep insights into a person’s life based on celestial positions at birth. Rashi and nakshatra, which are an integral part of Jyotisha, are believed to influence an individual’s personality and life events. The following sections give you rashi-related information, such as the associated letters, elements, ruling body, quality, and nakshatra for the name ellis. These details help analyze a person’s characteristics, personality, and behavior.

Zodiac Sign (Rashi)

As shown in the following table, each rashi is associated with specific sounds, which are often used as the starting letters of names for newborns in Hindu families. Each rashi is represented by a figure and one of the five elements – Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether (Space). One ruling celestial body, known as its 'rashi lord' or 'ruler' is assigned to these rashis. These bodies include Venus, Mars, Sun, Moon, Mercury, Jupiter, and Saturn. Furthermore, the rashis are assigned various qualities or gunas.

Rashi (zodiac sign)	Mesha (Aries)
Starting letters for Mesha (Aries) rashi	A, L, E, I, O
Representation	Ram
Element	Fire
Ruling body	Mars
Quality	Movable (chara)

Birth Star (Nakshatra)

Another important aspect of Vedic Astrology is the nakshatras, the lunar constellations or star clusters that the Moon occupies during a person's birth. There are 27 nakshatras, each with its own unique qualities, attributes, and symbolism. Each rashi contains two-and-one-fourth nakshatras in it. For example, Aries contains Ashwini, Bharani, and Krithika nakshatras.

The below table provides information on the nakshatras’ degrees on the zodiac circle, their lords and related syllables, for babies born in the Mesha (Aries) rashi. These syllables/phonetics are popularly used to choose the baby name. For precise nakshatra calculation based on your baby's birthplace and date, use our Nakshatra Calculator.

Nakshatra	Degrees Of The Nakshatra	Nakshatra Lord (Ruler)	Name Syllables
Ashwini (Awasthi, Aswini)	Aries (0 to 13.20 degrees)	Ketu	Chu, Che, Cho, Choo, La, Laa
Bharani	Aries (13. 20 to 26.40 degrees)	Venus	Lee, Lu, Le, Lo, Li
Krittika (Karthikai, Krithika)	Aries (26.40 to 30.00 degrees)	Sun	Aa, Ae, E, Ee, Ai, A, I, Oo, U

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Ellis In Different Languages

It’s exciting to see our baby’s name spelled and written in various languages. See how people spell Ellis in Spanish, French, German, Italian, and more! Each language has its own way of saying Ellis, but it’s still the same special name. Learn how the name looks and sounds in different languages around the world!

Name	Language	Code
Ellis	English	en
埃利斯	Chinese	zh-CN
एलिस	Hindi	hi
Ellis	Spanish	es
Ellis	French	fr
إليس	Arabic	ar
এলিস	Bengali	bn
Ellis	Portuguese	pt
Эллис	Russian	ru
ایلس	Urdu	ur
Ellis	Indonesian	id
Ellis	German	de
エリス	Japanese	ja
एलिस	Marathi	mr
ఎల్లిస్	Telugu	te
Ellis	Turkish	tr
எல்லிஸ்	Tamil	ta
Ellis	Vietnamese	vi
Ellis	Tagalog	tl
엘리스	Korean	ko
Ellis	Hausa	ha
Ellis	Swahili	sw
Ellis	Javanese	jv
Ellis	Italian	it
ਐਲਿਸ	Punjabi	pa
એલિસ	Gujarati	gu
เอลลิส	Thai	th
ಎಲ್ಲಿಸ್	Kannada	kn
ኤሊስ	Amharic	am
एलिस	Bhojpuri	bho
Ellis	Yoruba	yo

How To Communicate The Name Ellis In Sign Languages

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Name Numerology For Ellis

Numerology is an occult system that gives significance to numbers and their influence on human life and destiny. Numerologists attribute specific qualities, energies, and characteristics to a number. Parents who believe in numerology prefer to choose baby names that resonate positively with the child’s unique numerical vibrations, often derived from their date of birth. Here we give a general birth number and personality traits of the name Ellis, based on the Pythagorean (Western) system. This analysis will differ from child to child based on their date of birth. You may use our numerology calculator for more personalized information.

Baby Name Lists Containing Ellis

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Movie Titles Inspired By The Name Ellis

Discover the presence of Ellis in an array of films. Know about the various movies that have this name.

Movie title	Other titles	Release year
Rose Ayling-Ellis: Signs for Change		2023
Ellis Island: The Making of a Master Race in America		2018
Brian May & Kerry Ellis: The Candlelight concerts - Live at Montreux 2013		2014
Warren Ellis: Captured Ghosts	Captured Ghosts: The Comics & Decadence of Warren Ellis	2011
Canvasman: The Robbie Ellis Story		2010
Forgotten Ellis Island		2008
Electric Heart: Don Ellis		2007
Ellis in Glamourland	Ellis Csodaországban, Prestiż, splendor i blask, Эллис в стране гламура	2004

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the meaning of the name Ellis?

The name Ellis means ‘Yahweh is God.’

2. What is the origin of the name Ellis?

Ellis has an English origin.

3. How to pronounce the name Ellis?

Ellis is pronounced as eh-lis.

4. What middle name goes with Ellis?

Ellis is a transferred name from a surname. Other names derived from surnames such as Dale, meaning ‘valley dweller’ and Hunter, meaning ‘hunter,’ may be good choices for middle names for Ellis. Ellis also means ‘kindly benevolent.’ Names associated with this meaning are Charis and Vieno. Ellis is also closely connected to the Bible. Hence, biblical names, such as Anah, meaning ‘answer,’ and Micaiah, meaning ‘who is like Yahweh,’ would also work well with Ellis.

5. What are the characteristics or personality traits associated with people named Ellis?

According to numerology, people named Ellis have a personality number of 7. This means that though they are introverts, they are highly observant and wise. They also have the ability to see others’ true qualities. They exude confidence. However, these are general thoughts and may not hold true for all.

6. Is Ellis a common name in a particular country or culture?

Ellis is quite popular in several countries. In the US, the name ranked 307 in 2022, with 1,089 babies sharing this name (1). In England and Wales, too, the name fared well, especially for boys. Ellis is also a popular name in the UK, Ireland, and Canada.

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