Jason vs Ellis

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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jason Rank #148
Ellis Rank #273

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 vs #273 for Ellis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jason or Ellis more popular?

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 compared to Ellis at #273 in the United States.

What do Jason and Ellis mean?

Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Jason and Ellis boy or girl names?

Jason is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.

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