Son of Ellis or son of Elias
Ellison is a patronymic surname of English origin, meaning 'son of Ellis'. Ellis itself is a medieval English form of the Hebrew name Elijah, which means 'Jehovah is my God'. While traditionally a masculine surname, it has transitioned into a sophisticated unisex choice for modern parents.
About 228 girls were named Ellison in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The protagonist and true-crime writer · Sinister
The same feel as Ellison — far less common.
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