Elleson

“son of Ella, derived from the name Eleanor”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1236US 2023

964Births / yr

→Stable

28All-time births

📅 Since 200400

How to pronounce Elleson

EL·ES·AHN

/ˈɛl.ˈɛs.ˈɑn/ · stress on EL · 3 syllables

“son of Ella, derived from the name Eleanor”

American origin · Girl name

What does Elleson mean and where does it come from?

Elleson is a variant of the name Ellison, which itself is derived from the old English name Eleanor. This form has gained traction as a feminine name in the United States and, to a lesser extent, in the United Kingdom. The name can express a connection to the popular historic name Eleanor, which mea

Cultural significance

Elleson has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of son of ella, derived from the name eleanor.

Peak popularity

Reached #15182 in 2007 — currently #1236 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Elleson?

Elleson works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Elleson Grace

How popular is Elleson right now?

Holding steady — currently #1236 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#1236 · Top 0.91%

2010

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1236	964	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1241	944	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1246	914	▲ up 17508 · +18180% births
2010	#18754	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Elleson

Best Year2023Rank #1236

Peak Count964

Average Rank#5619

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2010 - 20234 years

The story of Elleson

Elleson is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2004. With 28 total births recorded, Elleson remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #18754 in 2010 to #1236 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Elleson in 2007:

Emily Isabella Emma Ava Madison

💎Elleson has only 28 total recorded births since 2004 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Elleson?

Common

EllEson

What names sound and feel like Elleson?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Elleson also consider these

Ellison

American · Son of Ellis,

Ellyson

American · variant of Allison,

Ellason

English · God is my

Emerson

American · son of Emery

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Allison

Scotland · English

Common questions about the name Elleson

What does the name Elleson mean?

Elleson means "son of Ella, derived from the name Eleanor" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Elleson?

Elleson is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Elleson?

Elleson originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Elleson?

Elleson is a three-syllable name pronounced EH1 L EH1 S AA1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Elleson?

Elleson pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.