US Popularity:895
Origin:Greek
Other Origin(s):French
Meaning:Sun ray, light; She
Elle is a feminine name of Greek origin meaning “sun ray” or "light." It is related to the Greek-rooted monikers Elaine or Eleanor of the same meaning. Elle also has a chic French connection, derived from the pronoun elle meaning “she.” Baby can look up to notable namesakes like actress Elle Fanning, model Elle Macpherson, and even fictional icon Elle Woods. Elle also has many fashionable variations, including Ellen, Ella, and Ellie, offering an endless list of elegant names to choose from for baby.

Famous People Named Elle

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  • Elle MacPherson
    Model

Elle Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Elle is currently #492 on The Bump
Girl:Elle is currently #344 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Elle is currently #895 in U.S. births
Girl:Elle is currently #441 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#441
in 2023
- 48
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000+ Baby Names By Bruce Lansky

  • Behind the Name, Elle January 2022

  • Name Doctor, Elle

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