Ellamae is of American origin, derived from the name Ella and Mae. It's composed of two distinct elements: 'Ella' which is a diminutive of Ellen or Eleanor, and 'Mae', a short form of Mary. The name Ellamae thus reflects its composite heritage while maintaining a unique identity.
The name Ellamae experienced varied popularity over the years, with a significant peak during World War I and its aftermath. From 1914 to 1922, there were periods of over 50 births per year, reaching a high of 70 in 1922. However, after the 1930s, the name's popularity declined significantly, with fewer than 25 births annually until the late 1960s. In recent years, from 2014 onwards, there has been a resurgence in its usage, with over 50 births each year, culminating in 80 births in 2021 and 75 births in both 2022 and 2023. Overall, Ellamae has seen 2217 total births since 1898.