Elleigh Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-ee / /ˈɛli/English; French
Meaning
Light; she who is chosen
Historical & Cultural Background
Elleigh is primarily derived from the English name 'Ellie,' which is a diminutive of names like Eleanor and Elizabeth, both of which have roots in Old French and Hebrew. In French, 'Elle' means 'she,' contributing to the feminine aspect of the name. The name has been embraced in various cultures, often symbolizing brightness and choice.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ellie
- Elly
- Eli
International Variants
- Eléa (French)
- Elena (Spanish)
- Eli (Hebrew)
Famous people named Elleigh
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Fictional characters named Elleigh
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elleigh was first seen in the United States in 2001. Elleigh has ranked as high as #1311 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Elleigh has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elleigh (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 41 |
| 2013 | 35 |
| 2014 | 38 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 33 |
| 2017 | 33 |
| 2018 | 32 |
| 2019 | 32 |
| 2020 | 45 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 30 |