How popular is the name Ellen in 2025?

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

When was the name Ellen most popular?

Ellen peaked in 1885, reaching #765 among US boy names.

Ellen will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Ellen entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #765 in 1885, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#765

peak (1885)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 300 people named Ellen are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Ellen alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Ellen in 2025?: Ellen is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Ellen most popular?: Ellen peaked in 1885, reaching #765 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Ellen with classmates?: Ellen will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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