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Ellington
UnisexMeaning of Ellington: English: 'town of the Ellis family'
Ellington is a unisex name most strongly associated with English naming. It has 9 letters and 3 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 2123rd most popular name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#2123
84 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
1,704
First recorded 1921 · peak 2016
Trend
stable
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
41% boys · 59% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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