Ellene vs Hula

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ellene

Girl #70,281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shining light, bright torch"

Origin: Greek helene

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#70,281
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ellie, Nell, Lenie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Ellene Rank #70,281
Hula Rank #70,286

Ellene is more popular, ranked #70281 vs #70286 for Hula.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ellene ___

  • Ellene Rose
  • Ellene Marie
  • Ellene Grace
  • Ellene Ann
  • Ellene Louise
  • Ellene Claire

Hula ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ellene

Irene Lorraine Pauline Evelyn Dorothy

If you choose Hula

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellene or Hula more popular?

Ellene is more popular, ranked #70281 compared to Hula at #70286 in the United States.

What do Ellene and Hula mean?

Ellene means "shining light, bright torch" (Greek helene origin).

Are Ellene and Hula boy or girl names?

Ellene is primarily a girl name. Hula is primarily a girl name.

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