Ellis vs Austin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellis

Boy #273 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"benevolent, kind"

Origin: Welsh from Hebrew Elijah

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#273
Total SSA Count
1,250
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

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Popularity Comparison

Ellis Rank #273
Austin Rank #107

Austin is more popular, ranked #107 vs #273 for Ellis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellis or Austin more popular?

Austin is more popular, ranked #107 compared to Ellis at #273 in the United States.

What do Ellis and Austin mean?

Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin). Austin means "venerable" (Latin origin).

Are Ellis and Austin boy or girl names?

Ellis is primarily a boy name. Austin is primarily a boy name.

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