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Elle: Meaning & Origin

Elle is a girl's name of French origin meaning “She, her; French pronoun, also short for Eleanor meaning "bright light".” With 1 syllable, it is short and easy to say. As of 2023, Elle ranks #441 among girls' names in the United States and has been gradually declining. Its highest US ranking was #355 in 2019.

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Pronunciation

el

Phonetic spelling

Popularity

74/100 Score

Currently #441 among US baby names.

Popularity Trend

14%
65
2019
56
2023
#441
US Rank

* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data

Middle Name Ideas

  • Elle Rose
  • Elle Grace
  • Elle Marie
  • Elle Jane

Famous Namesakes

  • Elle Fanning (actress)
  • Elle Macpherson (model)
  • Elle Woods (Legally Blonde character)

Variants & Alternate Spellings of Elle

Frequently Asked Questions About Elle

What does the name Elle mean?

Elle means “She, her; French pronoun, also short for Eleanor meaning "bright light".” It is a girl's name of French origin.

How do you pronounce Elle?

Elle is pronounced el.

Is Elle a boy or girl name?

Elle is most commonly used as a girl's name.

How popular is the name Elle?

Elle currently ranks #441 among girls' names in the United States.

What are good middle names for Elle?

Middle names that pair well with Elle include Elle Rose, Elle Grace, Elle Marie, Elle Jane.

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