The nameEly
Ely is a short name given to boys and girls alike, rising in France since the 2000s.
- Unisex name
- Mostly Hebrew
Meaning
For boys, it is a form of Élie (Elijah), from the Hebrew for "my God". For girls, it is linked to Élise or Éléa.
Origin
Mostly Hebrew.
History
Found in France since 1910, Ely has risen since the 2000s, more often for boys, notably in Hauts-de-France. It is still well used today.
Popularity of the name Ely
Ely in France
Ely was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 845 births over the decade, 42% of all recorded babies named Ely. Its rise began around 1993, and it peaked in 2006. Half of all babies named Ely in France were born before 2015, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 96 births a year.
Variants and related names
Ely in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ely mean?
For boys, it is a form of Élie (Elijah), from the Hebrew for "my God". For girls, it is linked to Élise or Éléa.
What is the origin of the name Ely?
Mostly Hebrew.
Is Ely a girl's or a boy's name?
Ely is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.
What are the variants of the name Ely?
Variants and related names of Ely include Élie.