Ellean Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Greek
Gender Distribution:
0% Masculine / 100% Feminine
Meaning:
Ellean is a variant spelling of the Greek name Ellen, meaning 'torch' or 'light'.
Meaning of the Name Ellean
Ellean is a variant spelling of the name Ellen, which is derived from the Greek name Helen. The name Helen is believed to have originated from the Greek word 'helene' meaning 'torch' or 'light'. It has also been associated with the Greek word 'selene' meaning 'moon'. Ellen has been a popular name throughout history and has been used in various cultures. In Greek mythology, Helen was the daughter of Zeus and Leda, and she was known for her beauty that sparked the Trojan War.
Popularity of the Name Ellean
The popularity for the name Ellean peaked in popularity in the year 1927 with 8 births, which ranked number 6,711 out of 9,268 unique names for that year. Ellean had the most female births in 1927 with 8, which ranked number 3,561 out of 5,602 female names for that year.
Nationwide Popularity of Ellean
Popularity of Ellean by State
We have no state ranking data available for the name Ellean. This means no states recorded more than 5 births for Ellean in the most recent calendar year. If you are looking for a rare or unique name, Ellean is a great pick!
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