Ellasyn
A feminine name combining the roots "ella" meaning beautiful and "syn" meaning truth or sincerity.
Name Census estimates that about 479 living Americans carry the first name Ellasyn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Ellasyn today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ellasyn births was 2011 (50 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ellasyn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
479
~ 1 in 715,562 Americans
Peak year
2011
50 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2024 SSA rank
#8,063
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Ellasyn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ellasyn from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 319 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ellasyn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ellasyn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Ellasyns live
The SSA's state-level files cover 4 states and territories. Texas, North Carolina, Iowa recorded the most babies named Ellasyn, while Michigan, Iowa, North Carolina recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 14 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Ellasyn
The name Ellasyn is a unique and intriguing moniker that has its roots in ancient Celtic mythology and folklore. Its origins can be traced back to the Gaelic language spoken by the ancient Celts who inhabited the British Isles and parts of Western Europe during the Iron Age.
Ellasyn is believed to be derived from the ancient Celtic words "ell" meaning "vision" or "sight" and "asyn" meaning "divine" or "sacred." This suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals who were believed to possess a special connection to the spiritual realm or were considered seers or prophets.
In the rich tapestry of Celtic mythology, there are references to a figure known as Ellasyn the Seer, who was renowned for her ability to interpret dreams and visions. She was often sought out by kings and chieftains for her wisdom and guidance in matters of great importance.
The earliest recorded instance of the name Ellasyn can be found in an ancient Celtic manuscript dating back to the 5th century AD. This document, a collection of bardic tales and legends, mentions a wise woman named Ellasyn who was revered for her knowledge of herbal remedies and her skill in the art of divination.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Ellasyn. One such figure was Ellasyn of Lindisfarne, a 7th-century nun and healer who was renowned for her compassion and her ability to cure ailments through the use of natural remedies.
Another prominent Ellasyn was Ellasyn the Scribe, a 9th-century Irish scholar who dedicated her life to preserving the ancient Celtic stories and legends. Her meticulous transcriptions and translations of these tales have been invaluable in preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Celts.
In the 11th century, Ellasyn of Gwynedd was a revered Welsh princess known for her wisdom and her prowess in battle. She was a fierce warrior who fought alongside her father, King Gruffydd ap Llywelyn, in the struggle against the Norman invaders.
The name Ellasyn also graced the pages of medieval literature, with the character of Ellasyn the Fair appearing in the 14th-century Welsh romance "The Mabinogion." She was depicted as a beautiful and virtuous maiden who captured the heart of a legendary hero.
In the 16th century, Ellasyn Fitzwilliam was an English noblewoman and noted patron of the arts. She was renowned for her patronage of artists, poets, and musicians, and her support played a significant role in the flourishing of the English Renaissance.
These are just a few examples of the fascinating individuals who have borne the name Ellasyn throughout history. This ancient Celtic name carries with it a rich tapestry of mythology, spirituality, and cultural significance, making it a truly unique and captivating moniker.
People
Ellasyn + last name combinations
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FAQ
Ellasyn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ellasyn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 479 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ellasyn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 715,562 US residents.
Is Ellasyn a common name?
We classify Ellasyn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 84.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 483 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ellasyn most popular?
The single biggest year for Ellasyn was 2011, when 50 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ellasyn is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Ellasyn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ellasyn in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.