Ellis Bowling

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Ellis Bowling — Welsh
36K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Ellis Bowling is a name that combines Welsh origins. The first name Ellis is a masculine given name of Welsh origin. Ellis is a given name of Welsh and English origin. Notable people with the given name include: Ellis (Nez Perce) (c. 1810–1848), Native American leader Ellis Amburn (1933–2018), American book editor and biographer Ellis Bent (1783–1815), British-Australian lawyer and judge Ellis B. The surname Bowling: Ann Patricia Bowling (born 1951), British sociologist Ann T. Bowling (1943–2000), American geneticist Bo Bowling (born 1987), American football player Dan Bowling (1946–2023), Virginia state delegate Francis S. Bowling (1916–1997), justice of the Supreme Court of Mississippi Frank Bowling (born 1936), British artist John C. Bowling (fl. 1990s–2020s), president of Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, Illinois Victor Ray Bowling, American drag queen also known as Victoria "Porkchop" Parker Ellis is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 36K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Ellis reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Ellis

Welsh

Ellis is a given name of Welsh and English origin. Notable people with the given name include: Ellis (Nez Perce) (c. 1810–1848), Native American leader Ellis Amburn (1933–2018), American book editor and biographer Ellis Bent (1783–1815), British-Australian lawyer and judge Ellis B.

Surname: Bowling

English

Ann Patricia Bowling (born 1951), British sociologist Ann T. Bowling (1943–2000), American geneticist Bo Bowling (born 1987), American football player Dan Bowling (1946–2023), Virginia state delegate Francis S. Bowling (1916–1997), justice of the Supreme Court of Mississippi Frank Bowling (born 1936), British artist John C. Bowling (fl. 1990s–2020s), president of Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, Illinois Victor Ray Bowling, American drag queen also known as Victoria "Porkchop" Parker

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 11%
Canada 11%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Ellis Bowling

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 Ellis Bowling:

4
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Ellis?
The first name Ellis originates from Welsh. Ellis is a given name of Welsh and English origin. Notable people with the given name include: Ellis (Nez Perce) (c. 1810–1848), Native American leader Ellis Amburn (1933–2018), American book editor and biographer Ellis Bent (1783–1815), British-Australian lawyer and judge Ellis B.
When was Ellis most popular?
The name Ellis reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bowling?
The surname Bowling originates from English. Ann Patricia Bowling (born 1951), British sociologist Ann T. Bowling (1943–2000), American geneticist Bo Bowling (born 1987), American football player Dan Bowling (1946–2023), Virginia state delegate Francis S. Bowling (1916–1997), justice of the Supreme Court of Mississippi Frank Bowling (born 1936), British artist John C. Bowling (fl. 1990s–2020s), president of Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, Illinois Victor Ray Bowling, American drag queen also known as Victoria "Porkchop" Parker
What are the origins of the name Ellis Bowling?
The name Ellis Bowling combines two different traditions: the first name Ellis has Welsh roots, while the surname Bowling originates from English.
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