How Many People Are Named Ellsworth?

Complete statistics for the name Ellsworth: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Ellsworth
Rare
English

Ellsworth is a very rare male name, with only 1,135 people bearing it today, making up just 1 in 290,742 Americans. This name has a strong connection to older generations, with 96% of those named Ellsworth being over 60.

~13,557
Living in US
1 in 24,449
Americans
1918
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

🌐
Origin
English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Dignified Reliable
6
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 6 are known for their nurturing nature and ability to bring harmony to their surroundings.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,135
Worldwide Bearers
#103,929
Global Rank
🇧🇷 Brazil
4
🇩🇪 Germany
4
🇵🇪 Peru
3
🇮🇳 India
3
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland
2
🇦🇺 Australia
2
🇸🇪 Sweden
1
🇳🇬 Nigeria
1
🇳🇱 Netherlands
1
🇲🇹 Malta
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
1,135 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 99
53
Would be under 30 (1%)
251
Would be 30–60 (3%)
7,017
Would be over 60 (96%)

All 7,321 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1918

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
96
Classic Feel
95
Modern Appeal
5
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Ellsworth Through the Generations

Ellsworth peaked in popularity during World War I in 1918, when 300 babies were given this name. Today, there are 1,135 people named Ellsworth living in the United States, with the majority over the age of 60. The name's resurgence in recent years suggests it's becoming a classic choice once again, favored for its old-school charm.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Pennsylvania 680
New York 482
Ohio 387
Minnesota 352
Maryland 335
Wisconsin 300
Illinois 230
Michigan 209
New Jersey 199
Massachusetts 192

✨ Similar Names to Ellsworth

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Ellsworth's English roots

📄 About the Name Ellsworth

How Many People Have the Name Ellsworth?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 13,557 people in the United States currently share the name Ellsworth. That works out to roughly 1 in every 24,449 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Ellsworth a Common or Rare Name?

Ellsworth is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Ellsworth in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Ellsworth Most Popular?

The name Ellsworth reached peak popularity in 1918, with 300 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Ellsworth?

Approximately 13,557 people named Ellsworth live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 13,557. That works out to roughly 1 in 24,449 Americans.

Is Ellsworth a rare name?

Ellsworth is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 24,449 Americans has this name.

What does the name Ellsworth mean?

The meaning and origin of Ellsworth are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.

Is Ellsworth more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Ellsworth are male and 0% are female.

When was Ellsworth most popular?

Ellsworth peaked in 1918 with 300 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US13,557
All-Time Births13,557
1 in X1 in 24,449
RarityRare
GenderMale
Avg Age99
Peak Year1918
World Rank#103,929
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.