Elle
Elle: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Elle
- A diminutive of the female given name Eleanor and other names beginning with El. Also given as a name in its own right.
How popular is Elle?
Since 1880, 19,247 girls in the U.S. have been named Elle. Its highest rank for girls was #355 in 2019. In 2025 it ranked #461 for girls, with 668 babies given the name.
Names similar to Elle
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
Sibling name ideas for Elle
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Elle FAQ
What does the name Elle mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Eleanor and other names beginning with El. Also given as a name in its own right.
How popular is the name Elle?
Since 1880, 19,247 girls in the U.S. have been named Elle. Its highest rank for girls was #355 in 2019. In 2025 it ranked #461 for girls, with 668 babies given the name.
Is Elle a boy or girl name?
Elle is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 19,247 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.