Ellen Gurung

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ellen Gurung — English
268K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ellen Gurung is a name that combines English origins. The first name Ellen is a feminine given name of English origin. Ellen is a feminine given name. It was the 609th most popular name in the U.S. and the 17th in Sweden in 2004. People named Ellen include: Ellen Scheel Aalbu (born 1968), Norwegian footballer Ellen Adair (born 1988), American actress Ellen Adarna (born 1988), Filipino actress Ellen Wetherald Ahrens (1859–1935), American artist Ellen Ahrndt (1922–2009), American baseball player Ellen Ainsworth (1918–1944), United States Army nurse killed by German artillery Ellen Alaküla (1927–2011), Estonian actress Ellen Alemany, American business executive Ellen Alfsen (born 1965), Norwegian politician Ellen. The surname Gurung: Gurung (Nepali: गुरुङ) is a common surname among people of the Gurung Tamu ethnic group in Bhutan, Nepal and India, as well as among other groups who are not ethnically Gurung (e.g. by some families of the Bhotiya in Dolpa). At the time of the 2011 Nepal census, 798,658 people (2.97% of the population of Nepal) identified as Gurung. Gurung people predominantly live around the Annapurna Region in Manang, Mustang, Dolpo, Kaski, Lamjung, Gorkha, Parbat and Syangja districts of Nepal. Ellen is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 268K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ellen reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ellen

English

Ellen is a feminine given name. It was the 609th most popular name in the U.S. and the 17th in Sweden in 2004. People named Ellen include: Ellen Scheel Aalbu (born 1968), Norwegian footballer Ellen Adair (born 1988), American actress Ellen Adarna (born 1988), Filipino actress Ellen Wetherald Ahrens (1859–1935), American artist Ellen Ahrndt (1922–2009), American baseball player Ellen Ainsworth (1918–1944), United States Army nurse killed by German artillery Ellen Alaküla (1927–2011), Estonian actress Ellen Alemany, American business executive Ellen Alfsen (born 1965), Norwegian politician Ellen.

Surname: Gurung

Vietnamese

Gurung (Nepali: गुरुङ) is a common surname among people of the Gurung Tamu ethnic group in Bhutan, Nepal and India, as well as among other groups who are not ethnically Gurung (e.g. by some families of the Bhotiya in Dolpa). At the time of the 2011 Nepal census, 798,658 people (2.97% of the population of Nepal) identified as Gurung. Gurung people predominantly live around the Annapurna Region in Manang, Mustang, Dolpo, Kaski, Lamjung, Gorkha, Parbat and Syangja districts of Nepal.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Ellen 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 Ellen by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Ellen Gurung

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 Ellen Gurung:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Personality Number

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

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 Ellen?
The first name Ellen originates from English. Ellen is a feminine given name. It was the 609th most popular name in the U.S. and the 17th in Sweden in 2004. People named Ellen include: Ellen Scheel Aalbu (born 1968), Norwegian footballer Ellen Adair (born 1988), American actress Ellen Adarna (born 1988), Filipino actress Ellen Wetherald Ahrens (1859–1935), American artist Ellen Ahrndt (1922–2009), American baseball player Ellen Ainsworth (1918–1944), United States Army nurse killed by German artillery Ellen Alaküla (1927–2011), Estonian actress Ellen Alemany, American business executive Ellen Alfsen (born 1965), Norwegian politician Ellen.
When was Ellen most popular?
The name Ellen reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Gurung?
The surname Gurung originates from Vietnamese. Gurung (Nepali: गुरुङ) is a common surname among people of the Gurung Tamu ethnic group in Bhutan, Nepal and India, as well as among other groups who are not ethnically Gurung (e.g. by some families of the Bhotiya in Dolpa). At the time of the 2011 Nepal census, 798,658 people (2.97% of the population of Nepal) identified as Gurung. Gurung people predominantly live around the Annapurna Region in Manang, Mustang, Dolpo, Kaski, Lamjung, Gorkha, Parbat and Syangja districts of Nepal.
What are the origins of the name Ellen Gurung?
The name Ellen Gurung combines two different traditions: the first name Ellen has English roots, while the surname Gurung originates from Vietnamese.
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