Ella Sellars

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ella Sellars — Greek
157K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ella Sellars 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 Sellars: Bill Sellars (1925–2018), British television producer Billy Sellars (1907–1987), English footballer Doug Sellars (1961–2011), Canadian television executive Elizabeth Sellars (1921–2019), British actress Ernie Sellars (1890–1955), Australian rules footballer Harry Sellars (1902–1978), English footballer who played for Stoke City Herbert Sellars (1896–1918), British First World War flying ace James Sellars (1843–1888), Scottish architect Jerell Sellars, English footballer who played for Aston Villa John Sellars (academic administrator), president of Graceland University John Sellars (footballer). 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: Sellars

Scottish

Bill Sellars (1925–2018), British television producer Billy Sellars (1907–1987), English footballer Doug Sellars (1961–2011), Canadian television executive Elizabeth Sellars (1921–2019), British actress Ernie Sellars (1890–1955), Australian rules footballer Harry Sellars (1902–1978), English footballer who played for Stoke City Herbert Sellars (1896–1918), British First World War flying ace James Sellars (1843–1888), Scottish architect Jerell Sellars, English footballer who played for Aston Villa John Sellars (academic administrator), president of Graceland University John Sellars (footballer).

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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 Sellars

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 Sellars:

8
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Sellars?
The surname Sellars originates from Scottish. Bill Sellars (1925–2018), British television producer Billy Sellars (1907–1987), English footballer Doug Sellars (1961–2011), Canadian television executive Elizabeth Sellars (1921–2019), British actress Ernie Sellars (1890–1955), Australian rules footballer Harry Sellars (1902–1978), English footballer who played for Stoke City Herbert Sellars (1896–1918), British First World War flying ace James Sellars (1843–1888), Scottish architect Jerell Sellars, English footballer who played for Aston Villa John Sellars (academic administrator), president of Graceland University John Sellars (footballer).
What are the origins of the name Ella Sellars?
The name Ella Sellars combines two different traditions: the first name Ella has Greek roots, while the surname Sellars originates from Scottish.
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