Ellen
girl name#1062 in 2025Ellen entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #58 in 1946, ranks #1062 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1062
rank today
#58
peak (1946)
230
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #65 |
| 1890s | #74 |
| 1900s | #84 |
| 1910s | #88 |
| 1920s | #97 |
| 1930s | #97 |
| 1940s | #65 |
| 1950s | #79 |
| 1960s | #124 |
| 1970s | #234 |
| 1980s | #249 |
| 1990s | #271 |
| 2000s | #537 |
| 2010s | #712 |
| 2020s | #981 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ellen has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 156,000 people named Ellen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ellen alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ellen in 2025?
- Ellen ranks #1062 among US girl names in 2025, with 230 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ellen most popular?
- Ellen peaked in 1946, reaching #58 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ellen with classmates?
- Ellen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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