Elle

Rank 392nd Girl Name

In 2022, the name Elle was 392nd most popular baby name for girls and 808th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 791 babies were named Elle in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 4,255 babies in the United States were named Elle. In a classroom of 30 students, there is approximately a 0.7% chance that another student would have the same name. Today, the average age of someone named Elle is around 13 years old.

The name "Elle" is well know, but not overly common.

The most common nickname for Elle is Ell.

Elle Meaning & Origin

Elle is a name of French origin that means "she," and it can evoke the image of a graceful and cultured woman.

The name Elle is described as radiant, sassy and sophisticated.

Pronunciation

Elle is pronounced el in English. The name Elle has 4 letters and 1 or 2 syllables, depending on pronunciation.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Elle

  • The name Elle was popularized globally by the Australian model Elle Macpherson who is often referred to as 'The Body' in the fashion industry.

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Geography

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