Ellen vs Lara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellen

Boy #19,801 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sun, moon"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #20,060 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"household spirit, ancestral guardian"

Origin: Latin

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Ellen Rank #19,801

Lara Rank #20,060

Ellen is more popular, ranked #19801 vs #20060 for Lara.

Is Ellen or Lara more popular?

Ellen is more popular, ranked #19801 compared to Lara at #20060 in the United States.

What do Ellen and Lara mean?

Ellen means "sun, moon" (Greek origin). Lara means "household spirit, ancestral guardian" (Latin origin).

Are Ellen and Lara boy or girl names?

Ellen is primarily a boy name. Lara is primarily a boy name.