Riley 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

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Popularity Comparison

Riley Rank #229
Ellis Rank #273

Riley is more popular, ranked #229 vs #273 for Ellis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Riley or Ellis more popular?

Riley is more popular, ranked #229 compared to Ellis at #273 in the United States.

What do Riley and Ellis mean?

Riley means "courageous, valiant" (Irish origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Riley and Ellis boy or girl names?

Riley is primarily a boy name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.

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