Ellen vs Lexie

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

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Lexie

Girl #1,131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,131
Total SSA Count
213
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lex, Lexi

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Popularity Comparison

Ellen Rank #1,032
Lexie Rank #1,131

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 vs #1131 for Lexie.

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

Lexie ___

  • Lexie Grace
  • Lexie Marie
  • Lexie Anne
  • Lexie Rose
  • Lexie Paige
  • Lexie Faith

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ellen

Alice Clara Hugh Arthur Margaret

If you choose Lexie

Zoe Ella Max Chloe Theo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellen or Lexie more popular?

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 compared to Lexie at #1131 in the United States.

What do Ellen and Lexie mean?

Ellen means "sunlight, moon (alternate etymology)" (Ancient Greek origin). Lexie means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Ellen and Lexie boy or girl names?

Ellen is primarily a girl name. Lexie is primarily a girl name.

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