Alton vs Ellene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alton

Boy #1,572 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"old town, settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,572
Total SSA Count
110
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Al

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Ellene

Girl #70,281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shining light, bright torch"

Origin: Greek helene

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#70,281
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ellie, Nell, Lenie

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Popularity Comparison

Alton Rank #1,572
Ellene Rank #70,281

Alton is more popular, ranked #1572 vs #70281 for Ellene.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alton ___

  • Alton James
  • Alton Ray
  • Alton Lee
  • Alton Wayne
  • Alton Gene
  • Alton Dale

Ellene ___

  • Ellene Rose
  • Ellene Marie
  • Ellene Grace
  • Ellene Ann
  • Ellene Louise
  • Ellene Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alton

Clarence Elton Vernon Edna Norma

If you choose Ellene

Irene Lorraine Pauline Evelyn Dorothy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alton or Ellene more popular?

Alton is more popular, ranked #1572 compared to Ellene at #70281 in the United States.

What do Alton and Ellene mean?

Alton means "old town, settlement" (Old English origin). Ellene means "shining light, bright torch" (Greek helene origin).

Are Alton and Ellene boy or girl names?

Alton is primarily a boy name. Ellene is primarily a girl name.

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