Ellene vs Merla

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

Similar Names

Alvis Don Odra
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Popularity Comparison

Ellene Rank #70,281
Merla Rank #70,322

Ellene is more popular, ranked #70281 vs #70322 for Merla.

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

Merla ___

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 Merla

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellene or Merla more popular?

Ellene is more popular, ranked #70281 compared to Merla at #70322 in the United States.

What do Ellene and Merla mean?

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

Are Ellene and Merla boy or girl names?

Ellene is primarily a girl name. Merla is primarily a girl name.

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