Meaning. Pet form of Ellen or more commonly Eleanor, which itself is of Hebrew origin and comes from the Hebrew element 'el' meaning 'god' and 'or' meaning light, so the name means 'God is my light' or 'God is my candle'. Ellie is a popular name in its own right, especially in the UK.
How long to get a passport. How long to get a passport. Whether you apply in Australia or overseas, it will take approximately three weeks to get a new passport. You can help minimise processing time by ensuring that when you lodge your application you provide all the information required.
The estimated time set by the State Department to process your passport is four to six weeks. Renewal of passports can be done through mail, but first time applications should be done in person. You can apply for a passport at designated circuit court offices, regional federal buildings, and post offices.