Charlotte 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
Nicknames
El

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Ellis Rank #273

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #273 for Ellis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Ellis ___

  • Ellis James
  • Ellis Thomas
  • Ellis Reid
  • Ellis Cole
  • Ellis Grant
  • Ellis Finn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Ellis

Wren Nora Iris Cora Theo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Ellis more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Ellis at #273 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Ellis mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Ellis means "benevolent, kind" (Welsh from Hebrew Elijah origin).

Are Charlotte and Ellis boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Ellis is primarily a boy name.

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