Doris vs Ellen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Doris

Girl #2,193 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

English American German Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,193
Total SSA Count
86
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dorie, Dory

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Doris Rank #2,193
Ellen Rank #1,032

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 vs #2193 for Doris.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Doris ___

  • Doris Jean
  • Doris Mae
  • Doris Louise
  • Doris Ann
  • Doris Ruth
  • Doris Marie

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 Doris

Agnes Mildred Ethel Norman Walter

If you choose Ellen

Alice Clara Hugh Arthur Margaret

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Doris or Ellen more popular?

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 compared to Doris at #2193 in the United States.

What do Doris and Ellen mean?

Doris means "Dorian woman; from Doris (ancient Greek region)" (Ancient Greek origin). Ellen means "sunlight, moon (alternate etymology)" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Doris and Ellen boy or girl names?

Doris is primarily a girl name. Ellen is primarily a girl name.

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