Everything you need to find the name that feels right.
Go from endless possibilities to a shortlist you love — with calm discovery, flexible filters, meaningful details and effortless partner matching.
One lovely match
Explore separately. Celebrate together.
A world of names
Collections across 82 countries and cultures.
A thoughtful tool for every part of the search.
Each feature is designed to remove friction and make room for curiosity, intuition and the conversations that matter.
Swipe without pressure
Move through names one at a time. Save what sparks something, pass on what does not and return whenever you like.
Find mutual favorites
Connect with a partner and swipe independently. Shared choices become matches automatically.
Search directly
Already have a name in mind? Find it quickly and add it to your collection.
Shape the deck around you
Filter by gender, country, length or starting letter. Be precise when you want to be — and broad when inspiration is the goal.
Star the standouts
Mark the names that deserve a second look and keep your strongest possibilities within easy reach.
Keep every maybe
Saved, starred, matched and dismissed names stay neatly grouped, so nothing gets lost in notes or screenshots.
Made for one person. Even better for two.
Namelie never assumes there is only one way to choose. Explore privately at your own pace, or connect with a partner and let shared instinct reveal your matches.
Choose solo
Build a personal shortlist with the full discovery experience.
- Swipe and search freely
- Star your strongest names
- Organize every decision
Choose together
Connect two phones while keeping the discovery relaxed.
- Explore in your own time
- See shared matches
- One upgrade covers both
Look closer when a name catches you.
Flip the card to explore meaning, origin, descriptions, related names and similar suggestions whenever information is available.
Meaning
Ellis is generally traced to Elias or Elijah, with long-standing Welsh and English use.
The history behind the name
Used as both a given name and a surname, Ellis has travelled across generations while keeping its quiet, familiar sound. Today, it is used for children of any gender.
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