Budd vs Ellen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellen

Girl #1,032 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sunlight, moon (alternate etymology)"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,032
Total SSA Count
244
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ellie, Nell

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Budd Rank #19,716
Ellen Rank #1,032

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 vs #19716 for Budd.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Budd ___

No pairings available yet.

Ellen ___

  • Ellen Grace
  • Ellen Marie
  • Ellen Louise
  • Ellen Ann
  • Ellen Jane
  • Ellen Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Budd

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If you choose Ellen

Alice Clara Hugh Arthur Margaret

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Budd or Ellen more popular?

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 compared to Budd at #19716 in the United States.

What do Budd and Ellen mean?

Ellen means "sunlight, moon (alternate etymology)" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Budd and Ellen boy or girl names?

Budd is primarily a boy name. Ellen is primarily a girl name.

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