Ellice Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: EL-iss /ˈɛlɪs/
Origin: English; French
Meaning: English: God is my light; French: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ellice is derived from the Old French name "Élisabeth," which itself traces back to the Hebrew name "Elisheva," meaning "God is my oath." The transition from Hebrew to Old French occurred through the Greek form "Elisabet" and the Latin "Elisabetha," reflecting the name's journey through various linguistic and cultural contexts. The introduction of the name into English can be attributed to the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, where many Old French names were adopted into the English lexicon, often in various forms and spellings.
Historically, the name Ellice has connections to notable figures, particularly Saint Elizabeth of Hungary, who lived in the 13th century and was known for her charitable works and devotion. The name gained further prominence through its association with the biblical Elizabeth, the mother of John the Baptist, who is mentioned in the New Testament.
The King James Bible, published in 1611, helped solidify the name's presence in English-speaking cultures, as it brought biblical names into common usage. Culturally, the name Ellice carries connotations of faithfulness and devotion, resonating with its meaning related to oaths and promises.
This symbolic significance has contributed to the name's endurance across centuries. Variants and diminutives of the name, such as Eliza and Liz, have also emerged, reflecting the name's adaptability and continued relevance in various cultural contexts.
Overall, Ellice embodies a rich historical and linguistic heritage, rooted in themes of faith and commitment.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ellice was first seen in the United States in 1916.
Ellice has ranked as high as #9048 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in New York.
In the past 5 years the name Ellice has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Ellice is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Ellice was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Ellice.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 | 5 |
| 2010 | 8 | 8 |
| 2009 | 8 | 8 |
| 2008 | 6 | 6 |
| 2006 | 8 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 | 7 |
| 2003 | 7 | 7 |
| 2001 | 7 | 7 |
| 2000 | 5 | 5 |
| 1997 | 8 | 8 |
| 1996 | 6 | 6 |
| 1995 | 8 | 8 |
| 1994 | 9 | 9 |
| 1993 | 5 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 | 6 |
| 1988 | 13 | 13 |
| 1987 | 11 | 11 |
| 1986 | 9 | 9 |
| 1985 | 12 | 12 |
| 1984 | 5 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 | 7 |
| 1982 | 8 | 8 |
| 1981 | 7 | 7 |
| 1980 | 7 | 7 |
| 1979 | 6 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 | 8 |
| 1969 | 9 | 9 |
| 1967 | 5 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 | 5 |
| 1965 | 8 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 | 6 |
| 1961 | 8 | 8 |
| 1959 | 8 | 8 |
| 1957 | 9 | 9 |
| 1956 | 9 | 9 |
| 1955 | 9 | 9 |
| 1954 | 10 | 10 |
| 1953 | 8 | 8 |
| 1952 | 9 | 9 |
| 1951 | 7 | 7 |
| 1948 | 5 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 | 6 |
| 1946 | 5 | 5 |
| 1940 | 6 | 6 |
| 1924 | 7 | 7 |
| 1917 | 6 | 6 |
| 1916 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Ellice (1955)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |