| Meaning | the Lord is my God |
| Origin | English, Hebrew |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Eliot |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | E-li-ot |
Eliot is a distinguished and timeless name of English origin that carries a deep spiritual meaning. Derived from the Hebrew name "Elijah," Eliot translates to "my God is Yahweh," reflecting a sense of devotion and belief in a higher power. Its popularity has soared over the years due to its classic charm and versatility.
Parents who choose the name Eliot for their baby boy are often drawn to its strong historical and literary associations, evoking images of renowned individuals like Eliot Ness, the legendary law enforcement agent, and T.S. Eliot, the celebrated poet. Moreover, the name Eliot offers various variations, such as Elliott and Elliot, granting parents the freedom to pick the spelling that resonates best with them.
With Eliot's increasing prominence in pop culture through fictional characters like Eliot Waugh from "The Magicians," this name bridges the gap between traditional and modern, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a name that exudes both strength and elegance for their precious bundle of joy.
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| Eliot Ness | American law enforcement agent |
| Eliot Spitzer | American politician |
| Eliot Engel | American politician |
| Eliot Teltscher | American tennis player |
| Eliot Laurence | American TV writer and producer |
| Eliot Sumner | English musician |
| Eliot Fisk | American classical guitarist |
| Eliot Higgins | British investigative journalist |
| Eliot Paulina Sumner | English musician and actor |
| Eliot Mooney | Australian actor |
| Eliot J. Schechter | American photographer |
| Eliot Marshall | American mixed martial artist |
| Eliot Asinof | American writer |
| Eliot Frankel | American music producer |
| Eliot Coleman | American farmer and author |
| Eliot L. Engelhardt | American author and economist |
| Eliot Pattison | American crime fiction writer |
| Eliot Wigginton | American educator and author |
| Eliot Laurence Spitzer | American media executive |
| Eliot Rahal | American comic book writer |
| Eliot Waugh | The Magicians series |
| Eliot Spencer | Leverage |
| Eliot Murtaugh | Beverly Hills Cop III |
| Eliot Sachs | Contact |
| Eliot Novak | The Good Wife |
| Eliot Deacon | After.Life |
| Eliot Ness | Crime Story |
| Eliot Kid | Eliot Kid |
| Eliot Arnold | True Lies |
| Eliot Vance | Fright Night |