Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Ellen
Endangered
Down 96.1% from peak
Peak era
1951
Peak births
5,945
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Boomer
1880Peak 19512025
Quick answers about Ellen
How many people are named Ellen?
An estimated 145,377 living Americans are named Ellen.
How rare is Ellen?
Ellen is uncommon among babies today, with 230 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 96.1% from its 1951 peak.
How old is the typical Ellen?
The median age of a living American named Ellen is approximately 66 years, with most bearers falling between 51 and 75 years old.
Is Ellen still popular?
No. Ellen is endangered as a baby name, down 96.1% from its 1951 peak with 230 births in 2025.
Peak year
1951
Decline from peak
96.1%
2025
230
All-time
275,284