Benson 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

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Popularity Comparison

Benson Rank #436
Ellis Rank #273

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #436 for Benson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benson or Ellis more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Benson at #436 in the United States.

What do Benson and Ellis mean?

Benson means "son of Benedict/Benjamin" (English origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Benson and Ellis boy or girl names?

Benson is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.

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