Ellin name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 16th, 2023
Gender: Girl
Origin: Old Provençal and Old Greek
Usage: English and Welsh
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Ellin e(l)-lin
Meaning: Light, Variant of Helen, Shining and Brightness
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What does Ellin mean?

Specifically used in Welsh and English atypical, Ellin is used as a baby girl name and is rooted from Old Greek and Old Provençal, meaning of Ellin is "Light, Variant of Helen, Shining or Brightness".

Ellin is variation of timeless and well-liked Eleanor. Eleanor is derivation of Helen. Eleanor is English equivalent of Eleonora. Eleanor means The Element Eleos Which Means Mercy Pity, Torch and Variant of Helen is of Old Provençal and Old Greek origin.

How do I pronounce Ellin?

Two syllabled Ellin is pronounced as e(l)-lin.

Variants of Ellin

Eleanor, Alienor, Eleonora, Aleanor, Aline, Elenora, Eleonore, Elna, Helen, Alianne, Alina

Names that rhyme with Ellin

How popular is the name Ellin?

Ellin is a unique baby name in United States, it has been in use since 1918 and was able to reach the top 2000 names. In 1928, it ranked 1542nd when 35 girls were named Ellin.

There are over 569 babies that have been given the name Ellin in United States. Ellin is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales where it is still in use.

Also, Ellin is a familiar name in Indonesia, Papua New Guinea and Philippines. As per our research, over 2000 people has been named Ellin globally.

YearRankBirths
2017115338
2014145076
2010169655
2008153906
2007176255
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Ellin in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands5565
Finland00039
Sweden553110
Norway55917
Denmark5040

Here's what numbers has to say about Ellin

You are sharp-minded and intelligent. You push yourself to your limits and beyond. You possess great communication and organization skills, something many people admire you for. You test your limits not to amaze others and prove you are courageous but to satisfy the adrenaline hunger inside your heart. Nothing and no one can keep you amused for too long. You are not stubborn but flexible and think outside the limits.

Other names similar to Ellin

  •  Katharina - Katharina's meaning is Pure [11] or Far Off is dominantly used in Danish, Icelandic and Norwegian used as a girl name came from Old Greek
  •  Pedr has its origin in Old Greek is mostly used in English and Welsh is aimed at baby boys. Pedr is Old Norse form of Pétr
  •  Margareth means Pearl used for girls and of Greek origin is predominantly used in Danish, Swedish and Norwegian
  •  Lukás - Originated from Old Greek, Lukás is a baby boy name, prevalently used in Czech, Lukás means "From Lucania"
  •  Makari - Makari's meaning is Blessed or The Element Makaros with the Meaning Blessed is a unisex name, rooted from Old Greek is used in Russian and Danish
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Sibling Names for Ellin

If you're considering naming your baby girl Ellin, then you may be interested in exploring some sibling names that match or complement Ellin's unique sound and style. Here are some ideas to inspire you and help you find the perfect name for your growing family.

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Brother for Ellin

Famous people named Ellin

  • Ellin Iselin, from 2017 drama movie Blacklite, who played the Bar Patron.

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