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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Form of Elliott; ultimately from Elijah/Elias, 'my God is Yahweh'
- Origin
- English (variant of Elliott)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- EL-ee-ut
Elliot is a gender-neutral name with a classic, clean feel that still sounds modern. It's pronounced EL-ee-ut, and it's an English variant of Elliott, which ultimately comes from Elijah/Elias, meaning 'my God is Yahweh'. If you want something timeless without being stiff, Elliot fits.
Meaning & Origin of Elliot
Meaning: Form of Elliott; ultimately from Elijah/Elias, 'my God is Yahweh'.
Origin: English (variant of Elliott).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Elliot
EL-ee-utIPA /ˈɛliət/
Popularity of Elliot
Elliot ranked #150 in the U.S. in 2024, with 2,370 babies given the name. That's just below its peak: it also hit #150 in 2022, when 2,532 babies were named Elliot.
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FAQ
What does the name Elliot mean?
Form of Elliott; ultimately from Elijah/Elias, ‘my God is Yahweh’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Elliot?
Elliot is pronounced EL-ee-ut (IPA: /ˈɛliət/).
Is Elliot a popular name right now?
Elliot is near its all-time peak (#150 in 2022), ranked #150 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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