Elly Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-ee / ˈɛliHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my light; English: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Elly is often considered a diminutive of names like Eleanor or Elizabeth. It has gained popularity as a standalone name in various cultures. The name has been used in literature and media, contributing to its recognition. Its simplicity and charm make it appealing to many parents.
Trend Summary
Elly has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ellie
- Ellee
International Variants
- Elena (Spanish)
- Elli (German)
- Elin (Scandinavian)
Famous people named Elly
Elly Beinhorn was a pioneering German aviator known for her long-distance flights in the 1920s.
Elly Jackson is a British singer-songwriter, best known as one half of the electronic music duo La Roux.
Elly Griffiths is a British author recognized for her popular crime fiction series featuring forensic archaeologist Ruth Galloway.
Fictional characters named Elly
Elly is a character in the video game series 'Xenogears', known for her role as a key figure in the story.
Elly is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', where she is portrayed as a curious and adventurous student.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Elly was first seen in the United States in 1921. Elly has ranked as high as #1161 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Elly has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Elly (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 21 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| KY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 18 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 19 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 18 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 22 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 20 |
| 1979 | 30 |
| 1980 | 33 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 20 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 36 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 29 |
| 1992 | 32 |
| 1993 | 39 |
| 1994 | 31 |
| 1995 | 29 |
| 1996 | 36 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 86 |
| 2000 | 62 |
| 2001 | 76 |
| 2002 | 101 |
| 2003 | 100 |
| 2004 | 122 |
| 2005 | 114 |
| 2006 | 130 |
| 2007 | 133 |
| 2008 | 122 |
| 2009 | 138 |
| 2010 | 191 |
| 2011 | 157 |
| 2012 | 168 |
| 2013 | 176 |
| 2014 | 174 |
| 2015 | 154 |
| 2016 | 167 |
| 2017 | 146 |
| 2018 | 135 |
| 2019 | 139 |
| 2020 | 140 |
| 2021 | 117 |
| 2022 | 136 |
| 2023 | 113 |
| 2024 | 117 |