Ely Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationEE-lee / /ˈiːli/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my God; English: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Ely is derived from the Hebrew name Eli, which means 'ascended' or 'my God.' In English-speaking countries, Ely has been used as a given name since the 19th century. It is also associated with Ely, a city in Cambridgeshire, England, known for its historical cathedral. The name has gained popularity in various cultures due to its simple yet strong sound.
Trend Summary
Ely has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Eli
- Elye
International Variants
- Eli (Hebrew)
- Elia (Italian)
- Elias (Greek)
Famous people named Ely
Ely S. Parker was a notable Native American leader and the first Native American to serve as a general in the U.S. Army.
Ely Callaway was an American businessman known for founding Callaway Golf Company.
Fictional characters named Ely
Ely is a character in the video game 'The Last Guardian,' known for his bond with the protagonist.
Ely is a character in the book series 'The Mortal Instruments' by Cassandra Clare, serving as a supporting character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ely was first seen in the United States in 1880. Ely has ranked as high as #1219 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Ely has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ely (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1881 | 8 |
| 1882 | 12 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1890 | 5 |
| 1895 | 10 |
| 1896 | 9 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1898 | 8 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 13 |
| 1913 | 17 |
| 1914 | 19 |
| 1915 | 25 |
| 1916 | 21 |
| 1917 | 24 |
| 1918 | 32 |
| 1919 | 20 |
| 1920 | 25 |
| 1921 | 21 |
| 1922 | 19 |
| 1923 | 15 |
| 1924 | 22 |
| 1925 | 16 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 16 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1934 | 16 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 11 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 22 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 34 |
| 1979 | 28 |
| 1980 | 35 |
| 1981 | 39 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1983 | 38 |
| 1984 | 36 |
| 1985 | 33 |
| 1986 | 34 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 33 |
| 1989 | 42 |
| 1990 | 42 |
| 1991 | 57 |
| 1992 | 47 |
| 1993 | 49 |
| 1994 | 33 |
| 1995 | 43 |
| 1996 | 43 |
| 1997 | 58 |
| 1998 | 50 |
| 1999 | 62 |
| 2000 | 92 |
| 2001 | 85 |
| 2002 | 88 |
| 2003 | 94 |
| 2004 | 143 |
| 2005 | 152 |
| 2006 | 142 |
| 2007 | 146 |
| 2008 | 153 |
| 2009 | 159 |
| 2010 | 137 |
| 2011 | 150 |
| 2012 | 132 |
| 2013 | 123 |
| 2014 | 104 |
| 2015 | 109 |
| 2016 | 105 |
| 2017 | 73 |
| 2018 | 75 |
| 2019 | 71 |
| 2020 | 48 |
| 2021 | 48 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2023 | 46 |
| 2024 | 40 |