Ellen vs Maryland

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
Maryland Rank #19,805

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 vs #19805 for Maryland.

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

Maryland ___

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 Maryland

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellen or Maryland more popular?

Ellen is more popular, ranked #1032 compared to Maryland at #19805 in the United States.

What do Ellen and Maryland mean?

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

Are Ellen and Maryland boy or girl names?

Ellen is primarily a girl name. Maryland is primarily a boy name.

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