Ella
English girl's name meaning “all; fairy maiden”
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- English
- Meaning
- all; fairy maiden
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 4
- US rank (2023)
- #32
- Born in 2023
- 5,659
Meaning & origin
Ella derives from the Germanic alia, 'all', and was also used as a short form of Eleanor and Ellen. Norman settlers brought it to England.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Ella ranked #32 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 5,659 US girls were given the name Ella.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #15 in 2013
“Unranked” means Ella was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Nicknames
Ellie
Ella: frequently asked questions
What does the name Ella mean?
Ella is a English name meaning "all; fairy maiden". Ella derives from the Germanic alia, 'all', and was also used as a short form of Eleanor and Ellen. Norman settlers brought it to England.
Where does the name Ella come from?
Ella is of English origin. Ella derives from the Germanic alia, 'all', and was also used as a short form of Eleanor and Ellen. Norman settlers brought it to England.
Is Ella a boy or a girl name?
Ella is most commonly a girl's name.
How many babies are named Ella?
In 2023, 5,659 US girls were given the name Ella.
Is Ella a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Ella ranked #32 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Ella?
Common nicknames for Ella include Ellie.