Who was the first immigrant to be processed?

The first immigrant to be processed at Ellis Island was Annie Moore, a 15-year-old girl from Ireland. She arrived on January 1, 1892, along with her two younger brothers. Annie was greeted by officials and received a special token, a 10-dollar gold piece, to commemorate her status as the first immigrant to be processed at the facility. Ellis Island became a significant entry point for millions of immigrants seeking a new life in the United States.