Rising since 2009, #2,214 for girls today.
Popularity of Elliemae since 2009
Babies named Elliemae per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 264 |
| 2020s | 418 |
Meaning & origin
Elliemae is a modern compound name that blends the popular diminutive Ellie with the classic Mae. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2009 and has been steadily rising since, peaking in 2024 at rank 2214 with a trajectory projected to continue upward in the 2020s. Its highest popularity has been in southern states such as Tennessee, Georgia, and Virginia. With a 1-in-19,365 birth rate in 2025, Elliemae remains an uncommon but growing choice, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name. The name's structure reflects a broader trend of combining two short, sweet names into a single given name, often using a hyphen or as one word.
Elliemae is a modern compound name, formed by blending Ellie, a diminutive of names such as Eleanor or Ellen, and Mae, a variant of May derived from the month or from the name Mary. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2009 and has seen increasing use as parents favor inventive, melodic double-name combinations.
Where Elliemae is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ellie, Mae, Ella
Variants: Ellie-Mae, Ellie Mae, Elliema
Sibling names for Elliemae
Names that share Elliemae's style, for a brother or sister.
