Ellis
Found 11 entry about "Ellis"
Ellis is typically pronounced as "EH-lis" in American English and "EH-leez" in British English.
Ellis Name meanings & History
The name Ellis has origins in both Welsh and English. In Welsh, the name means "benevolent," while in English it is believed to be derived from Elijah or Elisha, both biblical names. The meaning of Ellis depends on its origin. In Welsh, it means "benevolent" or "kind-hearted." In English, it is believed to be derived from Elijah or Elisha, which means "my God is Yahweh.". From an English surname that was derived from the given name Elis, a medieval vernacular form of Elias. This name has also functioned as an Anglicized form of Welsh Elisedd. Ellis is commonly used as a first name for baby boys, but it can also be used as a last name or a middle name. In recent years, it has become increasingly popular as a first name for baby girls as well.
Zodiac Sign of Ellis: Expressive Gemini
Synonyms of Ellis:
E: Exaggerate,Environment,Expressive,Enlighten,Entertain,Enliven
L: Legal,Lovely,Languid,Lover,Luscious,Liaison,Lazy
I: Indulgence,Intimate,Involved
S: Social Standing,Sex,Security,Solidity,Sensuality,Success,Status
Ellis is:- a Class name
- a Classic name
- a Refined name
- a Serious name
- a Simple name
- a Strange name
- a Upper name
- a Wholesome name
Famous People
Some famous people with the name Ellis include Ellis Marsalis Jr., an American jazz pianist, and Ellis Short, an American businessman and former owner of Sunderland A.F.C.
2.) Ellis (Female)
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Meanings: (English) a form of Elias (seeBoys’ Names).
Other Forms: Elis, Ellys, Elys
3.) Ellis (Female)
4.) Ellis (Male)
5.) Ellis (Male)
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Meanings: The name Ellis means "benevolent", "merciful", or "kind".
Description: The name Ellis has English and Welsh origins. The name Ellis means "benevolent", "merciful", or "kind". Variant of Elis. Ellis is a versatile name that can be used for both boys and girls. It has been used in literature and popular culture, appearing in works such as Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli and The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger.
Famous People
Famous people with the name Ellis include Ellis Marsalis Jr., a jazz pianist, and Ellis Burks, a former Major League Baseball player. There are also numerous fictional characters named Ellis, including Ellis Grey from Grey's Anatomy and Ellis Boyd 'Red' Redding from The Shawshank Redemption.
6.) Ellis (Female)
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Meanings: From the Welsh surname, meaning "benevolent" or "kind"; from the English surname, meaning "son of Ellis" (an English form of Elijah)
Description: From the Welsh surname, meaning "benevolent" or "kind"; from the English surname, meaning "son of Ellis" (an English form of Elijah). Variant of Elis. Ellis is a versatile name that works well as a first or middle name for boys or girls. It has a classic and timeless feel that makes it a popular choice for parents.
Famous People
Famous people with the name Ellis include American football player Ellis Wyms, British singer-songwriter Ellis-Bextor, and American author Ellis Peters.
7.) Ellis (Female)
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Meanings: The meaning of Ellis can vary depending on its origin. Generally, it is associated with qualities like wisdom, kindness, and nobility.
Description: There are a few theories about the origin of the name Ellis. It may come from the Greek name Elias or the Hebrew name Eliezer, both of which mean "my God is Yahweh." It could also come from the Welsh name Elisedd or the Germanic name Adalheid, which mean "kind" and "noble" respectively. The meaning of Ellis can vary depending on its origin. Generally, it is associated with qualities like wisdom, kindness, and nobility. Variant of Elis. Ellis is a versatile name that can suit a variety of personalities and backgrounds. It works well as a first name or a middle name and can be paired with a wide range of last names. It is especially popular among parents who prefer gender-neutral names for their children.
Famous People
Some famous people with the name Ellis include Ellis Peters (pen name of Edith Pargeter), a British author who wrote historical novels and detective stories; Ellis Rubin, an American actor who appeared in films and TV shows in the 1970s and 1980s; and Ellis Wyms, an American football player who played for several NFL teams in the early 2000s.
8.) Ellis (Male)
9.) Ellis (Male)
10.) ELLIS (Male)
Usage: English
Meanings: Transferred use of the surname originating from the personal name Elis, a Middle English variant of the biblical names Elijah (Jehovah is God) and Elisha (God is salvation). See ELIJAH and ELISHA (Biblical Names). (EL-LIS)
11.) ELLIS (Male)
Usage: American
Meanings: Transferred use of the surname originating from the personal name Elis, a Middle English variant of Elisha (God is salvation). See ELISHA (Biblical Names). (EL-LISS)
