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Ella vs Elay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ella

Girl #30 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"all, completely"

Origin: Germanic Alia

Cultural Roots

English German Hebrew Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#30
Total SSA Count
5,685
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ella Rank #30
Elay Rank #8,110

Ella is more popular, ranked #30 vs #8110 for Elay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ella or Elay more popular?

Ella is more popular, ranked #30 compared to Elay at #8110 in the United States.

What do Ella and Elay mean?

Ella means "all, completely" (Germanic Alia origin).

Are Ella and Elay boy or girl names?

Ella is primarily a girl name. Elay is primarily a boy name.

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