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Ellington

EH-lihng-tuhn

Ellington (name) means an English surname and place name, famously borne by jazz composer and bandleader Duke Ellington. Example: “Duke Ellington composed thousands of pieces over his career.”

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An English surname and place name, famously borne by jazz composer and bandleader Duke Ellington.

"Duke Ellington composed thousands of pieces over his career."

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Etymology

From either the Old English personal name Ella or ǣl (“eel”) + -ing (“belonging to”) + tūn (“enclosure; settlement, town”).

Rhymes for Ellington

Lexington Arlington Remington Eddington Wellington Washington Darlington Huntington Kensington Harrington Carrington Paddington

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Ellington” mean?

The word “Ellington” means an English surname and place name, famously borne by jazz composer and bandleader Duke Ellington.

How do you pronounce “Ellington”?

“Ellington” is pronounced EH-lihng-tuhn (/ˈɛlɪŋtən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Ellington” in a sentence?

Here is “Ellington” used in a sentence: “Duke Ellington composed thousands of pieces over his career.”

What part of speech is “Ellington”?

“Ellington” is a name.

Is “Ellington” a common word?

“Ellington” is an uncommon word in modern English.