Ellis
Ellis is a unisex name of Welsh origin meaning “benevolent, kind; my God is Yahweh.” It ranked #274 in the United States in 2025. Derived from the Welsh name Elisedd, related to the Hebrew Elias.
how do you pronounce Ellis?
EL-is
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what does Ellis mean?
The name Ellis means “benevolent, kind; my God is Yahweh.” It comes from the Welsh language tradition.
Derived from the Welsh name Elisedd, related to the Hebrew Elias. It also recalls Ellis Island, the iconic U.S. immigration gateway, giving it a sense of heritage and new beginnings.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #274 |
| 2023 | #284 |
| 2022 | #296 |
| 2021 | #308 |
| 2020 | #321 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Ellis?
- Ellis Island
- Ellis Paul
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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