How popular is the name Ell in 2025?

Ell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Ell most popular?

Ell peaked in 1882, reaching #943 among US boy names.

Ell will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Ell entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #943 in 1882, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#943

peak (1882)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Ell are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Ell alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Ell in 2025?: Ell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Ell most popular?: Ell peaked in 1882, reaching #943 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Ell with classmates?: Ell will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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