Ellyn Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ellyn Name at a Glance

Name	Ellyn
Meaning	Variant of Helen. Means Light or most beautiful woman.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Ellyn Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ellyn means “Variant of Helen. Means Light or most beautiful woman”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Ellyn Name Origin

Our database records Ellyn under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Ellyn a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Ellyn is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Ellyn

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