Ellington vs Sparrow

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sparrow

Boy #5,050 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the sparrow bird"

Origin: Old English spearwa

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,050
Total SSA Count
20
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ellington Rank #5,217
Sparrow Rank #5,050

Sparrow is more popular, ranked #5050 vs #5217 for Ellington.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellington or Sparrow more popular?

Sparrow is more popular, ranked #5050 compared to Ellington at #5217 in the United States.

What do Ellington and Sparrow mean?

Ellington means "settlement of Ella's people" (Old English origin). Sparrow means "the sparrow bird" (Old English spearwa origin).

Are Ellington and Sparrow boy or girl names?

Ellington is primarily a boy name. Sparrow is primarily a boy name.

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