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Alice vs Ellie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellie

Girl #21 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21
Total SSA Count
6,306
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Alice Rank #62
Ellie Rank #21

Ellie is more popular, ranked #21 vs #62 for Alice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alice or Ellie more popular?

Ellie is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Alice at #62 in the United States.

What do Alice and Ellie mean?

Alice means "noble, of noble kind" (Germanic origin). Ellie means "bright, shining light" (Greek origin).

Are Alice and Ellie boy or girl names?

Alice is primarily a girl name. Ellie is primarily a girl name.

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