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Ellie vs Alyce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellie

Girl #21 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright, shining light"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21
Total SSA Count
6,306
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Ellie Rank #21
Alyce Rank #3,524

Ellie is more popular, ranked #21 vs #3524 for Alyce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellie or Alyce more popular?

Ellie is more popular, ranked #21 compared to Alyce at #3524 in the United States.

What do Ellie and Alyce mean?

Ellie means "bright, shining light" (Greek origin). Alyce means "noble, of noble kind" (Germanic origin).

Are Ellie and Alyce boy or girl names?

Ellie is primarily a girl name. Alyce is primarily a girl name.

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