Origin, Meaning, And History Of Ellery
The gender-neutral name Ellery has English and Latin origins and is derived from the combination of the Latin words Hilarius and Hilaria, translating to ‘cheerful.’ The term ‘hilarious’ is also believed to be originated from the same words. Another possible source of Ellery is the Old English term aler, which means ‘alder tree.’ In this sense, Ellery referred to an individual who resided near an orchard or grove.
Ellery is also a popular surname originating from the name Hilary. The family name Ellery arrived in England through the migrant population following the Norman Conquest of 1066. This name stems from the medieval forename Hillary, which was originally derived from the Latin name Hilarius, meaning content, gleeful, and delighted. As a surname, the name sometimes carries the meaning of ‘descendant of Hilary.’
The Ellery surname was first discovered in Worcester, as a given name Hilarius Brunus in Latin, recorded in the Pipe Rolls of 1177. Later, numerous English families relocated to the North American colonies to escape the political turmoil in Britain, making significant contributions to the growth of the name in American and Canadian cultures.
This popular given name and surname has several variations including Ellory, Elery, Ellerie, Elleri, Ellary, and Elery. It is pronounced as ‘EHL-ehr-ree.’ Nicknames such as Ellie, Elle, Ella, and Eli will suit this name perfectly.
Ellery has made a mark on the popular culture, appearing commonly as the last name of several memorable characters. The most popular character donning this name isEllery Queen, a fictional character in a series of detective novels written by two American cousins, Frederic Dannay and Manfred Lee. Ellery Queen is a detective who solves complex crimes with his remarkable deductive skills.Rhine Elleryis the main character of Lauren DeStefano’s dystopian romance seriesThe Chemical Garden Trilogy.The name appears asClaire Ellery, the lead character of the gameStrange Cases: The Secrets of Grey Mist Lake.Ellery Hathawayis the protagonist in Joanna Schaffhausen’s thrilling mystery series.
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Famous People With The Name Ellery
- Ellery EskelinAmerican jazz saxophonist, known for his innovative approach to improvisation and composition
- George Ellery HaleAmerican astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of astrophysics
- Ellery SprayberryAmerican actress and voiceover artist
- Ellery Breck HollingsworthAmerican professional snowboarder
- William Ellery Channing IIAmerican Unitarian clergyman and social reformer who played a prominent role in the Transcendentalist movement of the 19th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Ellery?
The name Ellery means one who came from demeter, and an earth lover.
2. What is the origin of the name Ellery?
Ellery has an English and Greek origin.
