Ellington vs Arlington

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellington

Boy #5,217 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"settlement of Ella's people"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #5,217
Total SSA Count: 19
Syllables: 3
Formality: Moderate

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Arlington

Boy #4,649 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Eorla's settlement (personal name etymology)"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #4,649
Total SSA Count: 22
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ellington Rank #5,217

Arlington Rank #4,649

Arlington is more popular, ranked #4649 vs #5217 for Ellington.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellington or Arlington more popular?

Arlington is more popular, ranked #4649 compared to Ellington at #5217 in the United States.

What do Ellington and Arlington mean?

Ellington means "settlement of Ella's people" (Old English origin). Arlington means "Eorla's settlement (personal name etymology)" (Old English origin).

Are Ellington and Arlington boy or girl names?

Ellington is primarily a boy name. Arlington is primarily a boy name.

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