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How to Pronounce Ellen

Ellen / ehluhn /

The name Ellen is a Female name of Scandinavian origin meaning "Torch; bright li...". It is pronounced ehluhn.

Scandinavian Female

Ellen is a Scandinavian name meaning "Torch; bright li...". Ellen is of Greek origin, derived from the name Helen, meaning "torch," "light," or "bright."

Language Scandinavian
Gender Female
Phonetic ehluhn
IPA ɛlən

Say it as ehluhn. Keep the original Scandinavian phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

  • · Ellen DeGeneres - Comedian
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How do you pronounce Ellen?
Ellen is pronounced ehluhn.
What is the correct pronunciation of Ellen?
The correct pronunciation of Ellen is ehluhn (IPA: ɛlən).
Is Ellen a Scandinavian name?
Yes, Ellen is a Scandinavian name meaning "Torch; bright li...".

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