Ella Weathers

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ella Weathers — Greek
157K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ella Weathers 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 Weathers: Andre Weathers (born 1976), football player Barbara Weathers (born 1963), R&B/soul singer Beck Weathers (born 1946), pathologist Brenda Weathers (1936–2005), American activist and writer Carl Weathers (1948–2024), American actor and football player Casey Weathers (born 1985), American baseball pitcher Clarence Weathers (born 1962), American football player David Weathers (born 1969), American baseball relief pitcher Doug Weathers (born 1931), American television journalist Felicia Weathers (born 1937), American opera soprano Gale Weathers, a fictional character of the Scream film series John W. 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: Weathers

English

Andre Weathers (born 1976), football player Barbara Weathers (born 1963), R&B/soul singer Beck Weathers (born 1946), pathologist Brenda Weathers (1936–2005), American activist and writer Carl Weathers (1948–2024), American actor and football player Casey Weathers (born 1985), American baseball pitcher Clarence Weathers (born 1962), American football player David Weathers (born 1969), American baseball relief pitcher Doug Weathers (born 1931), American television journalist Felicia Weathers (born 1937), American opera soprano Gale Weathers, a fictional character of the Scream film series John W.

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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 Weathers

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 Weathers:

3
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Weathers?
The surname Weathers originates from English. Andre Weathers (born 1976), football player Barbara Weathers (born 1963), R&B/soul singer Beck Weathers (born 1946), pathologist Brenda Weathers (1936–2005), American activist and writer Carl Weathers (1948–2024), American actor and football player Casey Weathers (born 1985), American baseball pitcher Clarence Weathers (born 1962), American football player David Weathers (born 1969), American baseball relief pitcher Doug Weathers (born 1931), American television journalist Felicia Weathers (born 1937), American opera soprano Gale Weathers, a fictional character of the Scream film series John W.
What are the origins of the name Ella Weathers?
The name Ella Weathers combines two different traditions: the first name Ella has Greek roots, while the surname Weathers originates from English.
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