Ellen
5 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A feminine given name of Greek origin meaning 'light' or 'torch'.
“Ellen graduated with honors from college.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈɛl.ən/
Syllables
el·len
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Wordle
Proper name with double L and double E.
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Scrabble
Worth 5 points; proper nouns typically not allowed.
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