Ellis vs Shepherd

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

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ellis Rank #273
Shepherd Rank #311

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #311 for Shepherd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellis or Shepherd more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Shepherd at #311 in the United States.

What do Ellis and Shepherd mean?

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

Are Ellis and Shepherd boy or girl names?

Ellis is primarily a boy name. Shepherd is primarily a boy name.

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