Amelia vs Ellene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Amelia Rank #3
Ellene Rank #70,281

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 vs #70281 for Ellene.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amelia ___

  • Amelia Rose
  • Amelia Grace
  • Amelia Jane
  • Amelia Kate
  • Amelia Anne
  • Amelia Louise

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 Amelia

Oliver Henry Theodore Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Ellene

Irene Lorraine Pauline Evelyn Dorothy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amelia or Ellene more popular?

Amelia is more popular, ranked #3 compared to Ellene at #70281 in the United States.

What do Amelia and Ellene mean?

Amelia means "work, industriousness" (Germanic origin). Ellene means "shining light, bright torch" (Greek helene origin).

Are Amelia and Ellene boy or girl names?

Amelia is primarily a girl name. Ellene is primarily a girl name.

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