Wellington vs Ember

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wellington

Boy #3,239 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"from the wealthy estate, prosperous settlement"

Origin: Old English 'Weola-ingtun'

Cultural Roots

English British New Zealand American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,239
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Ember

Boy #3,159 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"glowing coal, burning ember"

Origin: Old English/Norse

Cultural Roots

American English Germanic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,159
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Wellington Rank #3,239
Ember Rank #3,159

Ember is more popular, ranked #3159 vs #3239 for Wellington.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wellington or Ember more popular?

Ember is more popular, ranked #3159 compared to Wellington at #3239 in the United States.

What do Wellington and Ember mean?

Wellington means "from the wealthy estate, prosperous settlement" (Old English 'Weola-ingtun' origin). Ember means "glowing coal, burning ember" (Old English/Norse origin).

Are Wellington and Ember boy or girl names?

Wellington is primarily a boy name. Ember is primarily a boy name.

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