Ellis
Ellis is a Christian boy name of Hebrew via English; also linked to Welsh origin, meaning “The Lord is God; possibly benevolent”.
| Meaning | The Lord is God; possibly benevolent |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew via English; also linked to Welsh |
| Pronunciation | EL-iss |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States, Ireland |
Meaning and origin of Ellis
Ellis is a medieval English form of Elias, the Greek version of Elijah, whose Hebrew name means roughly 'my God is the Lord'. It became a common surname in England and Wales before being used again as a first name. In Wales it has also been tied to the old name Elisedd, from a word meaning 'benevolent' or 'kind', which is where that meaning comes from. Ellis Island, the gateway for millions of immigrants to the United States, took its name from an eighteenth-century owner, Samuel Ellis.
Is Ellis a Christian name?
Through Elias, Ellis connects to the prophet Elijah of the Hebrew Bible. Today it is generally used as an easygoing English or Welsh name with little religious emphasis.
How popular is Ellis?
Fairly popular for boys in the UK, and used for both boys and girls in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ellis mean?
Ellis means 'The Lord is God; possibly benevolent'. It is of Hebrew via English; also linked to Welsh origin.
Is Ellis a Christian name?
Through Elias, Ellis connects to the prophet Elijah of the Hebrew Bible. Today it is generally used as an easygoing English or Welsh name with little religious emphasis.
How do you pronounce Ellis?
Ellis is pronounced EL-iss.
Is Ellis a boy or girl name?
Ellis is usually a boy name.