US Popularity:4312
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:High, ascension
Short and sweet, baby will have an easy time learning to spell the name Ely in school. This Hebrew boy's name means "high" and "ascension," so you can teach baby that the sky is the limit when it comes to their future. It comes from the Hebrew verb êlı̂y, which means "ascension." You might also be familiar with this name's alternative spelling of Eli, which is featured in the Book of Samuel as the name of a high priest.

How Popular Is The Name Ely?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Ely is currently #4269 on The Bump
Boy:Ely is currently #2397 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Ely is currently #4312 in U.S. births
Boy:Ely is currently #2763 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2763
in 2023
+ 348
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Ely, April 2019

  • Behind the Name, Eli (1), May 2020

  • Online Etymology Dictionary, Eli, October 2017

  • Name Doctor, Ely

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