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