Ella Buchholz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ella Buchholz — Greek
157K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ella Buchholz is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Ella is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Ella is a personal name most often used as a feminine given name, but also as a surname, especially in Australia. In Greek mythology, Ella (Ancient Greek: Ἕλλα) was the daughter of Athamas and Nephele. The name may be a cognate with Hellas (Ἑλλάς), the Greek name for Greece, which is said to have originally been the name of the region around Dodona. Another source indicates that Ella is a Norman version of the Germanic short name Alia, which was short for a variety of German names with the element ali-, meaning 'other'". The surname Buchholz: Buchholz, also spelt Bucholz and Buchholtz, is a German surname. Surname Barbara Buchholz (1959–2012), German musician and composer Bernd Klaus Buchholz (born 1961), German politician and lawyer Bob Buchholz (born 1957), American voice actor in anime films Butch Buchholz (born 1940), American former tennis player Carl August Buchholz (1796–1884), German organ builder Christian Friedrich Bucholz (1770–1818), German pharmaceutical chemist Christine Buchholz (born 1971), German politician, and Die Linke (The Left) member of the Bundestag Clay Buchholz (born 1984), American baseball pitcher Cliff . Ella is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 157K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ella reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ella

Greek

Ella is a personal name most often used as a feminine given name, but also as a surname, especially in Australia. In Greek mythology, Ella (Ancient Greek: Ἕλλα) was the daughter of Athamas and Nephele. The name may be a cognate with Hellas (Ἑλλάς), the Greek name for Greece, which is said to have originally been the name of the region around Dodona. Another source indicates that Ella is a Norman version of the Germanic short name Alia, which was short for a variety of German names with the element ali-, meaning 'other'".

Surname: Buchholz

English

Buchholz, also spelt Bucholz and Buchholtz, is a German surname. Surname Barbara Buchholz (1959–2012), German musician and composer Bernd Klaus Buchholz (born 1961), German politician and lawyer Bob Buchholz (born 1957), American voice actor in anime films Butch Buchholz (born 1940), American former tennis player Carl August Buchholz (1796–1884), German organ builder Christian Friedrich Bucholz (1770–1818), German pharmaceutical chemist Christine Buchholz (born 1971), German politician, and Die Linke (The Left) member of the Bundestag Clay Buchholz (born 1984), American baseball pitcher Cliff .

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Ella is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Ella by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Ella Buchholz

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Ella Buchholz:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Ella?
The first name Ella originates from Greek. Ella is a personal name most often used as a feminine given name, but also as a surname, especially in Australia. In Greek mythology, Ella (Ancient Greek: Ἕλλα) was the daughter of Athamas and Nephele. The name may be a cognate with Hellas (Ἑλλάς), the Greek name for Greece, which is said to have originally been the name of the region around Dodona. Another source indicates that Ella is a Norman version of the Germanic short name Alia, which was short for a variety of German names with the element ali-, meaning 'other'".
When was Ella most popular?
The name Ella reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Buchholz?
The surname Buchholz originates from English. Buchholz, also spelt Bucholz and Buchholtz, is a German surname. Surname Barbara Buchholz (1959–2012), German musician and composer Bernd Klaus Buchholz (born 1961), German politician and lawyer Bob Buchholz (born 1957), American voice actor in anime films Butch Buchholz (born 1940), American former tennis player Carl August Buchholz (1796–1884), German organ builder Christian Friedrich Bucholz (1770–1818), German pharmaceutical chemist Christine Buchholz (born 1971), German politician, and Die Linke (The Left) member of the Bundestag Clay Buchholz (born 1984), American baseball pitcher Cliff .
What are the origins of the name Ella Buchholz?
The name Ella Buchholz combines two different traditions: the first name Ella has Greek roots, while the surname Buchholz originates from English.
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