Elly
Meaning: Bright, shining light
Origin: Scandinavian/Greek
History: A Scandinavian diminutive of names like Ellen. Used in Norway in the mid-20th century.
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| Current rank (2025) | #432 |
| Babies named Elly in 2025 | 6 |
| Total recorded in Norway | 336 |
| Peak year | 1945 (26 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #170 |
| Years in records | 1945–2025 (37 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 77 spots |
Frequently asked about Elly
What does the name Elly mean?
Elly means “Bright, shining light” from Scandinavian/Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Elly?
Elly has Scandinavian/Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Bright, shining light”.
How popular is Elly in Norway?
Elly ranked #432 in Norway in 2025 — given to 6 babies that year.
When was Elly most popular?
Elly peaked in 1945 with 26 babies registered that year in Norway.
Is Elly a boy or girl name?
Elly is predominantly a girls' name in Norway — over 90% of Ellys in registered births are female.
Is the name Elly rising or falling in popularity?
Elly has fallen 77 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Norway — from #355 in 2020 to #432 in 2025.
How long has Elly been recorded in Norway?
Elly appears in birth records in Norway across 37 years — from 1945 through 2025.