Ellene Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-en / ˈɛl.ənGreek; English
Meaning
Greek: light; English: shining light
Historical & Cultural Background
Ellene is derived from the Greek name Helen, which means 'light' or 'torch.' The name has been used in various cultures, often associated with beauty and brightness. It has seen variations and adaptations in different languages over time, contributing to its popularity in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Ellene is a less common name in the United States, with limited popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ellen
- Elena
International Variants
- Elena (Spanish)
- Helena (Latin)
Famous people named Ellene
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Fictional characters named Ellene
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ellene was first seen in the United States in 1907. Ellene has ranked as high as #858 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in Georgia, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Ellene has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ellene (1944)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1911 | 12 |
| 1912 | 9 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 18 |
| 1916 | 26 |
| 1917 | 22 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1919 | 18 |
| 1920 | 25 |
| 1921 | 24 |
| 1922 | 27 |
| 1923 | 26 |
| 1924 | 32 |
| 1925 | 36 |
| 1926 | 20 |
| 1927 | 18 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1929 | 22 |
| 1930 | 24 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1934 | 17 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1936 | 22 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 15 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 18 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1944 | 21 |
| 1945 | 24 |
| 1946 | 15 |
| 1947 | 24 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |