Meaning of Ellis

Pronunciation: Ellis is pronounced EL-is

About the Name Ellis

Ellis is a boy name with roots in Welsh and Hebrew culture. A Welsh and English form of Elijah, 'the Lord is God'; also linked to Welsh Elisedd, 'benevolent'.

The numerology number for Ellis is 6, reflecting the personality traits and characteristics associated with this name.

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Origin / Religionwelsh, hebrew
Genderboy
StyleShort & Modern
PopularityUncommon name in India (2025)

Details

Origin : welsh, hebrew

Gender : boy

Numerology : 6

Syllables : 2

Last updated 10 November 2026 · How we research names · Report a mistake

Etymology of Ellis

A medieval English form of Elias, the Greek form of the Hebrew Eliyahu (Elijah), 'my God is Yahweh'. In Wales it has also been used for the Welsh name Elisedd, usually linked to 'elus', kind or benevolent.

Variants and related forms of Ellis

Notable people named Ellis

  • Ellis Marsalis: American jazz pianist and music educator.

Personality and Numerology of Ellis

In numerology, the name Ellis reduces to the number 6, which is most often linked to responsibility, harmony, nurturing. A person carrying this vibration tends to be caring and protective - naturally drawn to looking after family, friends, and home, and happiest when those around them feel secure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Ellis mean in Hebrew?
A Welsh and English form of Elijah, 'the Lord is God'; also linked to Welsh Elisedd, 'benevolent'.
What is the origin of the name Ellis?
A medieval English form of Elias, the Greek form of the Hebrew Eliyahu (Elijah), 'my God is Yahweh'. In Wales it has also been used for the Welsh name Elisedd, usually linked to 'elus', kind or benevolent.
How do you pronounce Ellis?
Ellis is pronounced EL-is.
What is the numerology number of Ellis?
The numerology number for the name Ellis is 6. Numerology associates this number with specific personality traits and a distinct life path.

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