Elloise

“light”

France origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#3857US 2023

39Births / yr

↓Falling

452All-time births

📅 Since 191200

How to pronounce Elloise

EL·OY·SAY

/ˈɛl.ˈɔɪ.ˈseɪ/ · stress on EL · 3 syllables

“light”

France origin · Girl name

What does Elloise mean and where does it come from?

Elloise is a variant of the name Eloise, which has French origins. The name Eloise itself is derived from the Old French name Héloïse, which is believed to be derived from the Germanic name Helewidis, meaning 'healthy' and 'wide'. The name has been used since the Middle Ages and became popular in En

Cultural significance

Elloise has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of light.

Peak popularity

Reached #2682 in 1934 — currently #3857 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Elloise?

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

Elloise Grace

How popular is Elloise right now?

Falling — down 75 spots — currently #3857 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#3857 · Top 2.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3857	39	▼ down 75 · -2% births
2022	#3782	40	▲ up 489 · +21% births
2021	#4271	33	▼ down 452 · -11% births
2020	#3819	37	▲ up 1487 · +48% births
2015	#5306	25	▲ up 4528 · +127% births
2010	#9834	11	▼ down 6606 · +22% births
1930	#3228	9	▲ up 318
1925	#3546	9	▼ down 49
1920	#3497	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Elloise

Best Year1930Rank #3228

Peak Count40

Average Rank#4571

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1920 - 20239 years

The story of Elloise

Elloise entered American naming records in 1912 and has been in use for over 112 years. With 452 total births recorded, Elloise remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3497 in 1920, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #3857 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Elloise in 1934:

Mary Betty Barbara Shirley Dorothy

Elloise by decade

Elloise peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	35
1920s	93
1930s	41
1940s	24
1950s	5
2000s	11
2010s ★	206
2020s	37

💎Elloise has only 452 total recorded births since 1912 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Elloise?

Common

EllIse

What names sound and feel like Elloise?

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

Eloise

France · healthy, wide

Elleise

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Ellise

English · Devoted to God.

Ellouise

English · English

Neloise

France · Variant of Eloise,

Elowise

English · A beloved name

Eloyse

France · derived from 'Héloïse,'

Elise

French · God's promise

Common questions about the name Elloise

What does the name Elloise mean?

Elloise means "light" — a name rooted in France 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 Elloise?

Elloise is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Elloise have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Elloise?

Elloise originates from France tradition. France 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 Elloise?

Elloise is a three-syllable name pronounced EH1 L OY1 S EY1. 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 Elloise?

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