Arlington vs Ellington

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arlington

Boy #4,649 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Eorla's settlement (personal name etymology)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #4,649
Total SSA Count: 22
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

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Ellington

Boy #5,217 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"settlement of Ella's people"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #5,217
Total SSA Count: 19
Syllables: 3
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arlington Rank #4,649

Ellington Rank #5,217

Arlington is more popular, ranked #4649 vs #5217 for Ellington.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlington or Ellington more popular?

Arlington is more popular, ranked #4649 compared to Ellington at #5217 in the United States.

What do Arlington and Ellington mean?

Arlington means "Eorla's settlement (personal name etymology)" (Old English origin). Ellington means "settlement of Ella's people" (Old English origin).

Are Arlington and Ellington boy or girl names?

Arlington is primarily a boy name. Ellington is primarily a boy name.

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