Ellison
Ellison: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɛlɪsən/
Meaning and origin of Ellison
- A unisex given name transferred from the surname.
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
- A female given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Ellis + -son.
How popular is Ellison?
Since 1880, 5,695 girls and 2,963 boys in the U.S. have been named Ellison (66% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #838 in 2019. Its highest rank for boys was #748 in 1883. In 2025, 326 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Ellison
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
More Surname unisex names
Sibling name ideas for Ellison
Sister and brother names that share Ellison's Surname roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Ellison FAQ
What does the name Ellison mean?
A unisex given name transferred from the surname. A male given name transferred from the surname. A female given name transferred from the surname. From Ellis + -son.
What is the origin of the name Ellison?
Ellison is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Ellison?
Since 1880, 5,695 girls and 2,963 boys in the U.S. have been named Ellison (66% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #838 in 2019. Its highest rank for boys was #748 in 1883. In 2025, 326 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Ellison a boy or girl name?
Ellison is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (5,695 girls and 2,963 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.