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Female

Ellen

Name Meaning:

Medieval English form of Helen, meaning "light" or "torch."

Noteable Namesakes

Ellen DeGeneres (Comedian/Host); Ellen Page (Elliot Page) (Actor); Ellen Burstyn (Actress); Ellen Pompeo (Actress)

Origin

Greek

Popularity

US: #938, UK: #552

Variations/Nicknames

Ellie; Nell; Nellie; Elena

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