Ellamae Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ellamae is an American name that combines the elements of Ella, meaning 'fairy' or 'all', and Mae, associated with spring. It evolved through a combination of these traditional names and gained popularity in the 20th century. The name is characterized by its vintage charm and modern appeal, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Ellamae is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ellamae has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ellamae' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1114th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1681st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4872nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15863rd out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8595th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2841st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ellamae' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ellamae"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛl.ə.meɪ/
Origin
American
Etymology
Ellamae is a modern combination of the names Ella and Mae. Ella has roots in various languages, often associated with the meaning 'fairy' or 'all'. Mae is often considered a diminutive of May, which is derived from the name of the month and associated with spring.
Meaning
fairy, all, spring
Language Evolution
Ella, Mae, Ellamae
Historical Usage
Ellamae gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century as part of a trend towards combining traditional names to create unique variants.
Variants & Derivatives
Ella, Mae, Ellie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ellamae is perceived as a charming and vintage name that reflects a blend of traditional femininity and modern creativity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ellamae"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ellamae"
"Ellamae" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1114th of 9107 | 791 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1681st of 9204 | 421 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4872nd of 12526 | 124 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15863rd of 19264 | 11 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8595th of 35406 | 199 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2841st of 30306 | 720 |
Regional Popularity of "Ellamae" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ellamae" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
66.45% 941st/1416 |
68.24% 941st/1379 |
72.23% 1709th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
87.85% 1367th/1556 |
95.75% 2253rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
94.43% 7047th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
75.85% 3022nd/3984 |
69.91% 3137th/4487 |
59.79% 4079th/6822 |
62.95% 3951st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ellamae"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ellamae" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.