Ellen vs Hillary

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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Hillary

Girl #2,340 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"cheerful, merry, joyful"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,340
Total SSA Count
79
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Hil, Hillie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Ellen Rank #1,032
Hillary Rank #2,340

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 vs #2340 for Hillary.

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

Hillary ___

  • Hillary Ann
  • Hillary Jane
  • Hillary Grace
  • Hillary Marie
  • Hillary Louise
  • Hillary Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ellen

Alice Clara Hugh Arthur Margaret

If you choose Hillary

Ashley Courtney Chelsea Whitney Spencer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellen or Hillary more popular?

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 compared to Hillary at #2340 in the United States.

What do Ellen and Hillary mean?

Ellen means "sunlight, moon (alternate etymology)" (Ancient Greek origin). Hillary means "cheerful, merry, joyful" (Latin origin).

Are Ellen and Hillary boy or girl names?

Ellen is primarily a girl name. Hillary is primarily a girl name.

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