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Elisha vs Ellis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elisha

Boy #851 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is salvation"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#851
Total SSA Count
284
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Elisha Rank #851
Ellis Rank #273

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #851 for Elisha.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elisha or Ellis more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Elisha at #851 in the United States.

What do Elisha and Ellis mean?

Elisha means "my God is salvation" (Hebrew origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Elisha and Ellis boy or girl names?

Elisha is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.

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