Allen vs Ellen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allen

Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #19,801 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sun, moon"

Origin: Greek

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Allen Rank #574

Ellen Rank #19,801

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 vs #19801 for Ellen.

Is Allen or Ellen more popular?

Allen is more popular, ranked #574 compared to Ellen at #19801 in the United States.

What do Allen and Ellen mean?

Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin). Ellen means "sun, moon" (Greek origin).

Are Allen and Ellen boy or girl names?

Allen is primarily a boy name. Ellen is primarily a boy name.