Ellen vs Kellen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellen

Girl #1,032 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"sunlight, moon (alternate etymology)"

Origin: Ancient Greek

English American Scottish Irish

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Boy #1,031 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"slender, narrow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic 'caol'

Irish American German

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Ellen Rank #1,032

Kellen Rank #1,031

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 vs #1032 for Ellen.

Is Ellen or Kellen more popular?

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 compared to Ellen at #1032 in the United States.

What do Ellen and Kellen mean?

Ellen means "sunlight, moon (alternate etymology)" (Ancient Greek origin). Kellen means "slender, narrow" (Irish Gaelic 'caol' origin).

Are Ellen and Kellen boy or girl names?

Ellen is primarily a girl name. Kellen is primarily a boy name.