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How to pronounce Ellen (EL-en)

Ellen

EL-en

ELen

Greek origin, variant of Helen. Two syllables, stress on the first.

Notes

Greek origin, variant of Helen. Two syllables, stress on the first.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Greek/Old French
Meaning
shining light
Variant of
Helen

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • El
  • Ellie
Why we shorten names like this →

Notable people

  • Ellen DeGeneres (American comedian)

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