Ellah

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Ellah Pronunciation

Ellah is pronounced EL-ah /ˈɛl.ɑ/High

Meaning: -ah spelling of Ella (Germanic 'all/other', or short for Eleanor) and Hebrew Elah ('terebinth tree; goddess'); routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Ella, with a graceful -ah: Ellah spells the beloved name — Germanic, or Hebrew Elah, 'terebinth tree'. Soft, classic, and warm.

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Origin MediumGerman, Hebrew

Meaning-ah spelling of Ella (Germanic 'all/other', or short for Eleanor) and Hebrew Elah ('terebinth tree; goddess'); routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#4298 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births33 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2010

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,004

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Ellah is an -ah spelling of Ella — variously a short form of Eleanor, from Germanic alja, 'other', and overlapping Hebrew Elah, 'terebinth tree; goddess' (routes layered, which we note). A soft, classic name.

It registers thinly beside Ella. Rare, terebinth-or-other at the root, and warm.

Did you know? Ella may shorten Eleanor or come from Germanic 'all/other' — and the spelling Ellah brushes Hebrew Elah, 'terebinth tree' (the Valley of Elah, where David met Goliath).

Overall data confidence 68%

Behind the Name — Ella — routes layered

Variations

EllaElahEla

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If you like Ellah…

Ella— the standard spelling

Ela— a single-l spelling

Bella— a companion soft -lla name

Miah— another Hebrew name

Avah— shares Ellah's Hebrew roots

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Ellah?

Ellah is pronounced EL-ah (/ˈɛl.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Ellah said aloud.

How do you say Ellah?

Ellah is said EL-ah (/ˈɛl.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Ellah said aloud.

What does the name Ellah mean?

Ellah spells Ella, and echoes Hebrew Elah, 'terebinth tree; goddess'; the routes are layered.

Is Ellah a boy or girl name?

Ellah is a girl's name.

How popular is Ellah?

Ellah is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Ella is far more common.