Ely
Ely: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /iːli/
Meaning and origin of Ely
- A male given name.
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English Ely, from Old English Ēlīġ, of uncertain origin.
How popular is Ely?
Since 1880, 616 girls and 4,471 boys in the U.S. have been named Ely (12% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4619 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #551 in 1882. In 2025, 65 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Ely FAQ
What does the name Ely mean?
A male given name. Inherited from Middle English Ely, from Old English Ēlīġ, of uncertain origin.
How popular is the name Ely?
Since 1880, 616 girls and 4,471 boys in the U.S. have been named Ely (12% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4619 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #551 in 1882. In 2025, 65 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Ely a boy or girl name?
Ely is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (616 girls and 4,471 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.