Ellsworth Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Ellsworth has Old English origins, meaning 'noble's estate'. It has evolved from its early forms in Old English through Middle English to the modern version we know today. The name reflects traits of nobility and legacy, but it does not have biblical relevance. In the 19th century, Ellsworth became popular in the United States as a given name, stemming from the practice of using surnames as first names.
The name Ellsworth is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ellsworth has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Ellsworth' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 375th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 602nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2857th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7061st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18784th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13385th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ellsworth' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ellsworth"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛlzwɜrθ/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Ellsworth is derived from an Old English surname meaning 'noble's estate' or 'from the noble's estate'. It combines the elements 'ælle', meaning 'noble', and 'worth', meaning 'enclosure' or 'homestead'.
Meaning
noble's estate
Language Evolution
Ælfsweorth (Old English), Elisworth (Middle English), Ellsworth (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Ellsworth gained popularity as a given name in the 19th century, particularly in the United States, influenced by the rise of American surnames being adopted as first names.
Variants & Derivatives
Ellsworth, Ellis, Ell
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ellsworth is perceived as a traditional and somewhat vintage name, often associated with sophistication and heritage, though it remains relatively uncommon in modern naming trends.
Famous People
Ellsworth Kelly (artist), Ellsworth Huntington (geographer), Ellsworth Toohey (fictional character in 'The Fountainhead')
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ellsworth"
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 "Ellsworth"
"Ellsworth" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 375th of 7545 | 3,991 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 602nd of 6773 | 1,794 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1201st of 7552 | 758 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2857th of 10718 | 197 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7061st of 16616 | 76 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 18784th of 24088 | 15 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 13385th of 23106 | 38 |
Regional Popularity of "Ellsworth" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
19.35% 274th/1416 |
18.64% 257th/1379 |
30.73% 727th/2366 |
37.39% 427th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
29.24% 452nd/1546 |
25.71% 400th/1556 |
46.54% 1095th/2353 |
46.22% 715th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
49.53% 1103rd/2227 |
37.04% 900th/2430 |
43.74% 1248th/2853 |
57.80% 1604th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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60.35% 2123rd/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Ellsworth" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Ellsworth"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ellsworth" 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.