Ellen vs Laylah

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
Laylah Rank #1,059

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 vs #1059 for Laylah.

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

Laylah ___

  • Laylah Rose
  • Laylah Grace
  • Laylah Mae
  • Laylah Rae
  • Laylah Dawn
  • Laylah Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ellen

Alice Clara Hugh Arthur Margaret

If you choose Laylah

Zara Amara Yusuf Khalil Nadia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellen or Laylah more popular?

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 compared to Laylah at #1059 in the United States.

What do Ellen and Laylah mean?

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

Are Ellen and Laylah boy or girl names?

Ellen is primarily a girl name. Laylah is primarily a girl name.

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