Dabney 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

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Popularity Comparison

Dabney Rank #19,912
Ellen Rank #1,032

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 vs #19912 for Dabney.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dabney ___

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Ellen ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Ellen

Alice Clara Hugh Arthur Margaret

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dabney or Ellen more popular?

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 compared to Dabney at #19912 in the United States.

What do Dabney and Ellen mean?

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

Are Dabney and Ellen boy or girl names?

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

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