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Koa vs Ellis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Koa Rank #292
Ellis Rank #273

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 vs #292 for Koa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koa or Ellis more popular?

Ellis is more popular, ranked #273 compared to Koa at #292 in the United States.

What do Koa and Ellis mean?

Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Koa and Ellis boy or girl names?

Koa is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.

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