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Baylor vs Ellis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellis

Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#273
Total SSA Count
1,250
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Baylor Rank #366
Ellis Rank #273

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #366 for Baylor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baylor or Ellis more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Baylor at #366 in the United States.

What do Baylor and Ellis mean?

Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Baylor and Ellis boy or girl names?

Baylor is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.

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