Dawson 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

Dawson Rank #139
Ellis Rank #273

Dawson is more popular, ranked #139 vs #273 for Ellis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dawson or Ellis more popular?

Dawson is more popular, ranked #139 compared to Ellis at #273 in the United States.

What do Dawson and Ellis mean?

Dawson means "son of David" (English origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Dawson and Ellis boy or girl names?

Dawson is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.

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