Greek girl name
Ellie Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Ellie means light or torch (debated). A pet form of Eleanor, Ellen or Elizabeth; Eleanor is of uncertain, possibly Greek, origin.
Ellie is most often a pet form of Eleanor, Ellen or Elizabeth, and has become a name in its own right. Eleanor is of uncertain origin, with one old theory linking it to the Greek word for light or torch, so the meaning given here is debated. Ellie became popular in the early twenty-first century and sits well with both formal and informal names. It is sunny, short and easy to say in any language.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
How to pronounce Ellie
EL·ee
Ellie has 2 syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable (shown in bold). Say it as written in the respelling, with each capitalised part spoken a little louder.
Variants of Ellie
EllyElliElleeElle
Well-known people named Ellie
Ellie Goulding, Ellie Kemper.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ellie mean?
Ellie means "light or torch (debated)". A pet form of Eleanor, Ellen or Elizabeth; Eleanor is of uncertain, possibly Greek, origin.
How do you pronounce Ellie?
Ellie is pronounced EL-ee.
What is the origin of Ellie?
Ellie is a Greek girl name.
How many syllables are in Ellie?
Ellie has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first one.
What are other spellings of Ellie?
Other spellings and forms include Elly, Elli, Ellee, Elle.