Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Ellis.
National Rank (2025)
#243
All-Time Peak Rank
#155 (1899)
Total U.S. Births
50,403
Unisex Distribution87.3% Boy / 12.7% GirlBalance: Leans Male
💡 The Ellis Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Ellis
According to SSA data, Ellis achieved its highest historical rank of #155 in 1899. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 1,417 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 91.5%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Ellis scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+91.5% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,417Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:728
1890s:886
1900s:1,100
1910s:4,433
1920s:6,125
1930s:4,482
1940s:4,617
1950s:3,970
1960s:2,596
1970s:1,664
1980s:1,514
1990s:1,796
2000s:2,355
2010s:7,098
2020s:7,039
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesEl-lis
Letter Count5 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 7.7% of SSA names. Starts with E, a letter used by only 3.9% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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