Girl name
Ellen name meaning
“light; torch”
Ellen is a feminine name commonly linked to the meanings light and torch. It is a European form of Helen, which comes from the Greek name Helenē. Its traditional meaning rests on an association with Greek helenē, meaning torch, although the name's etymology remains uncertain.
What does Ellen mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Ellen
A European form of Helen, from Greek Helenē. The name is traditionally associated with helenē, ‘torch’, though its etymology is uncertain.
Name combinations with Ellen
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Ellen, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Ellen: light; torch
- Cita: thought, desire, or aspiration
- Anjani: name of Hanuman's mother in wayang
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Meaning of each word
- Ellen: light; torch
- Vina: the vina stringed instrument
- Tari: rhythmic bodily movement, dance
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Ellen Indri
Meaning of each word
- Ellen: light; torch
- Indri: Indra's queen
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Meaning of each word
- Apriyani: associated with the month of April
- Ellen: light; torch
- Indriani: Indra's queen
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Ellen Rahaju
Meaning of each word
- Ellen: light; torch
- Rahaju: safe and well
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Meaning of each word
- Ellen: light; torch
- Ratnah: precious jewel
- Sulistia: beautiful and lovely in appearance
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How to pronounce Ellen
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦺꦭ꧀ꦭꦺꦤ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮈᮜ᮪ᮜᮨᮔ᮪ |
Is Ellen a girl’s name?
Yes, Ellen is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 5% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Ellen ranks #431 among girl names in our data sample (22 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Ellen
Names with related meanings
- Nur♂♀Light, illuminating radiance
- Nurul♂♀Light of
- Dian♂♀Lamp, illuminating light
- Noor♂♀Light, illuminating radiance
- Nurhayati♀Light of life
- Nuraini♀Light of my eye
- Noer♂♀Light, illuminating radiance
- Cahya♂♀Light, radiance
- Nurjanah♀Light of paradise
- Zahra♀Radiant and luminous
- Nelly♀Light, in traditional interpretation
- Nurhasanah♀Light of goodness
Famous people named Ellen
- Ellen Angelina · b. 1976
- Ellen Esther Pelealu · b. 1961
- Ellen Joan Kumaat · b. 1960
- Ellen Altje Makaudis · b. 1973
- Ellen Christiani
- Ellen Frederika Setiawan · b. 1995
- Ellen Intan Pratiwi · b. 1996
- Ellen Laurita
- Ellen Mentang
- Ellen Novilensia Kurmasela · b. 1980
- Ellen Saloma · b. 1974
- Ellen Sophie Wulan Tangkudung · b. 1956
FAQ about the name Ellen
What is the meaning of Ellen?
Ellen means light; torch. A European form of Helen, from Greek Helenē. The name is traditionally associated with helenē, ‘torch’, though its etymology is uncertain.
Is Ellen a girl’s name?
Yes, Ellen is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 5% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Ellen?
Ellen is of Greek and European origin.
How many syllables does Ellen have?
Ellen has 2 syllables (El-len) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Ellen?
Ellen ranks #431 among girl names in our data sample (22 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Ellen?
Some ideas: Ellen Cita Anjani; Ellen Vina Tari; Ellen Indri.
Famous people named Ellen?
Notable people named Ellen include Ellen Angelina, Ellen Esther Pelealu, Ellen Joan Kumaat.
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