Ellen
torch or shining light (Greek via English)
Ellen is a english / other girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 370, with 22,295 records. It has 2 syllables.
Origin and meaning
torch or shining light (Greek via English)
Ellen entered the Philippines primarily during the American colonial era through the adoption of English personal names. Derived from Helen (Greek Helene), it has long been a familiar, mainstream female name across the country. It is used consistently across multiple generations as both a standalone name and in hyphenated or compound forms.
Ellen is an English vernacular form of Helen, which originates from the ancient Greek name Helene.
Name character
In the Philippines
Frequently shortened to affectionate Filipino nicknames like Len, Lenlen, or El. Often paired in compound names such as Mary Ellen or Ellen Joy.
Related forms
- Helene Greek
- Elena Spanish
- Hélène French
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Ellen with common surname pairs
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How do I use Ellen with two Filipino surnames?
Ellen is the given name. The full name is Ellen + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Ellen a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Ellen is number 370, with 22,295 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.