Ellys
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Ellys: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2009.
Ellys is a name of Cornish origin, derived from the word "ellys," meaning "kind, benevolent" or "good-natured." Though rare, it shares a root with the Cornish saint Ellys or Elys, associated with a 6th-century hermit who gave his name to the village of St. Elys in Cornwall. In a Scottish context, Ellys may also be a modern variant of the more common Ellie or Elsie, or a shorter form of names like Elspeth. It has no widely known famous bearers in modern history, lending it a quiet, distinctive charm. The name’s gentle meaning and Cornish heritage make it a gentle choice for parents seeking something uncommon yet melodic, with a subtle nod to Celtic tradition.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20093 babies
- Latest (2009)
- #7833 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2009
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y