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The name Ellen is of English origin and means "bright, shining light". It is a variation of the name Helen, which has Greek roots and means "light" or "torchbearer". Ellen has been a popular name in English-speaking countries since the 19th century and has been borne by several notable figures, including the American talk show host Ellen DeGeneres and the British novelist Ellen Wood. The name's popularity may also be attributed to its association with the fictional character Ellen Ripley from the popular Alien film franchise.

The name Ellen is popular in many countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Norway.

If you're looking for names that are similar to Ellen, there are plenty of options to consider. Here are some of the most popular names that share a similar sound or style:

• Ellie
• Elly
• Ella
• Elena
• Elaine
• Eleanor
• Elsie
• Ellenor
• Elayne
• Helena
• Gwenellen
• Hellen
• Jolene
• Kaelin
• Kellan
• Lainey
• Lena
• Lenore
• Nell
• Nella
• Nelle