Ella Name Origin

/EL-ah/

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Name Origin

Ella is a name of multiple origins. In English and Western contexts, it is often derived from the Old English 'Ella,' meaning 'fairy' or 'beautiful.' It is also a short form of names like Eleanor or Elizabeth. In Scandinavian countries like Sweden, Ella is a common given name, possibly derived from the Old Norse element 'ell' meaning 'wild' or 'foreign.' The name has gained popularity across various Western countries as a standalone name.

This chart shows how many babies were given the name Ella each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).

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