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Ellery vs Pryor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pryor

Boy #5,534 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prior, head of a priory or monastery"

Origin: Latin via Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,534
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ellery Rank #5,575
Pryor Rank #5,534

Pryor is more popular, ranked #5534 vs #5575 for Ellery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellery or Pryor more popular?

Pryor is more popular, ranked #5534 compared to Ellery at #5575 in the United States.

What do Ellery and Pryor mean?

Ellery means "elder tree island" (Old English origin). Pryor means "prior, head of a priory or monastery" (Latin via Old English origin).

Are Ellery and Pryor boy or girl names?

Ellery is primarily a boy name. Pryor is primarily a boy name.

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