Ellis

The Meaning & Origin of the Name Ellis

Ellis is a Hebrew unisex name, which has 5 letters.

Ellis is a name of English origin. It is derived from the Old French name Elie, which means "Jehovah is God". It can also be a variation of the Greek name Elias, which means "the Lord is my God".

Alternate Meaning From the name elijah

Origin or Current Usage Hebrew

Gender U

Rating

Be the first one to vote!

Log in to save this name to your favorites.

Detailed Information About The Name Ellis

The name 'Ellis' is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name 'Elis', which itself is a short form of the name 'Elisabeth'. The name 'Elisabeth' comes from the Hebrew name 'Elisheva', meaning "God is my oath".

In terms of etymology, the Old English name 'Elis' was introduced to England by the Normans in the form of 'Helis' or 'Helias'. Over time, it underwent various phonetic changes to become the name 'Ellis' that we know today.

The name 'Ellis' has been used as both a given name and a surname. As a given name, it gained popularity as a masculine name in the 19th century, particularly in Wales. It has since become a unisex name and is used for both boys and girls. As a surname, 'Ellis' is common among English, Welsh, and Scottish families.

Those carrying the name 'Ellis' are often described as intelligent, analytical, and philosophical. They have a deep desire to understand the world around them and are often drawn to philosophical and spiritual pursuits. Ellis is also associated with creativity and imagination, which can be seen in their artistic endeavors or innovative thinking.

Notable individuals with the name 'Ellis' include Ellis Island, the historic gateway for millions of immigrants to the United States, and the acclaimed American novelist Bret Easton Ellis. Additionally, the name has been used in popular culture, such as the character Ellis Boyd 'Red' Redding from the novel and film 'The Shawshank Redemption'.

Search Baby Names & Meanings

Search our growing database of baby names to find just the right name for your baby or to find out what your own name means!

Celebrity Baby Names

Celebrity baby names are usually not conventional, but some of them become popular. Here is our growing list of celebrity baby names.

Celebrity Baby Names

Naming Your Baby

Picking a name is one of the most important things you will do for your child, so why not take some time to look through our collection of baby naming resources.

Naming Your Baby

Unusual Baby Names

Unique or unusual baby names are tempting when it is time to name your child; however, you should also be aware of the pitfalls that a unique name might have.

Unusual Baby Names

Biblical Baby Names

Biblical names are some of the most widely used names, and for good reason. The tradition and history behind these names makes them a great choice!

Biblical Baby Names

Types of Baby Names

The baby name collection on this site is constantly evolving, and a good way to browse through our database is selecting the type of name you are interested in.

Types of Baby Names