Elliott

Elliott is a Hebrew boy's name. A variation of Elijah meaning "Jehovah is God". Its gentle sound has a friendly, approachable quality.

How popular is Elliott in the United States?

In 2024, 2,219 boys in the United States were named Elliott, making it the 163rd most popular boy's name that year.

It has climbed sharply, from 233rd a decade earlier.

Its busiest year on record was 2019, with 3,124 births.

Records for Elliott go back to 1880, and 67,925 babies have been given the name since.

What Elliott means and where it comes from

A variation of Elijah meaning "Jehovah is God". Its gentle sound has a friendly, approachable quality.

Elliott is of Hebrew origin, described as classic in style.

Is Elliott a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Elliott went to 487 girls and 2,219 boys — 82% boys.

That makes it genuinely unisex, leaning male.

Shorter names that share the opening of Elliott

Each of these is a name in its own right in the 2024 US data, given to at least 100 babies that year.

Sibling name ideas for Elliott

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Elliott mean?

A variation of Elijah meaning "Jehovah is God". Its gentle sound has a friendly, approachable quality.

Where does the name Elliott come from?

Elliott is of Hebrew origin, and is usually described as classic in style.

How popular is Elliott in the United States?

In 2024, 2,219 boys in the United States were named Elliott, making it the 163rd most popular boy's name that year.

Is Elliott a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024, Elliott went to 487 girls and 2,219 boys — 82% boys. That makes it genuinely unisex, leaning male.

What are the short forms of Elliott?

Ellie, Elliot, Elle, Elly are shorter names in current US use that share the opening of Elliott.

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