Ellen vs Esta

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

Ellen Rank #1,032
Esta Rank #17,316

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 vs #17316 for Esta.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ellen ___

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

Esta ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ellen

Alice Clara Hugh Arthur Margaret

If you choose Esta

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellen or Esta more popular?

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 compared to Esta at #17316 in the United States.

What do Ellen and Esta mean?

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

Are Ellen and Esta boy or girl names?

Ellen is primarily a girl name. Esta is primarily a girl name.

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