Ellen vs Lorraine

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellen

Girl #1,032 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sunlight, moon (alternate etymology)"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,032
Total SSA Count: 244
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

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Lorraine

Girl #1,416 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the kingdom of Lothar"

Origin: Germanic via Old French

Cultural Roots

French English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,416
Total SSA Count: 157
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ellen Rank #1,032

Lorraine Rank #1,416

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 vs #1416 for Lorraine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellen or Lorraine more popular?

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 compared to Lorraine at #1416 in the United States.

What do Ellen and Lorraine mean?

Ellen means "sunlight, moon (alternate etymology)" (Ancient Greek origin). Lorraine means "from the kingdom of Lothar" (Germanic via Old French origin).

Are Ellen and Lorraine boy or girl names?

Ellen is primarily a girl name. Lorraine is primarily a girl name.

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