gender neutral
Elliot
Jehovah is God, the Lord is my God
About Elliot
Elliot embodies gentle strength and intellectual sophistication wrapped in an accessible package. This name has experienced a remarkable renaissance in recent years, climbing popularity charts as parents rediscover its understated charm and literary connections. The double-t spelling adds a touch of traditional elegance compared to alternative versions, giving it a slightly more refined appearance on paper. Elliot suits thoughtful, creative personalities while remaining versatile enough for athletic or outgoing children to wear with equal comfort. The name carries subtle bookish associations without seeming pretentious or overly academic, making it ideal for families who value education and culture. It ages extraordinarily well, equally fitting for a curious toddler, ambitious teenager, or accomplished adult professional. The soft consonants create a pleasant, melodic sound that parents never tire of saying, an underrated consideration given how many times you'll speak your child's name throughout their lifetime. Elliot represents a safe yet stylish choice that satisfies both adventurous and conservative naming sensibilities.
Popularity of the Name Elliot
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #768 | ||||
| 1884 | #891 | ||||
| 1888 | #768 | ||||
| 1891 | #721 | ||||
| 1892 | #703 | ||||
| 1894 | #886 | ||||
| 1895 | #908 | ||||
| 1898 | #643 | ||||
| 1899 | #558 | ||||
| 1900 | #922 | ||||
| 1903 | #936 | ||||
| 1904 | #827 | ||||
| 1905 | #803 | ||||
| 1910 | #736 | ||||
| 1911 | #800 | ||||
| 1913 | #783 | ||||
| 1914 | #725 | ||||
| 1915 | #869 | ||||
| 1916 | #783 | ||||
| 1917 | #866 | ||||
| 1918 | #791 | ||||
| 1919 | #696 | ||||
| 1920 | #747 | ||||
| 1921 | #710 | ||||
| 1922 | #856 | ||||
| 1923 | #683 | ||||
| 1924 | #585 | ||||
| 1925 | #749 | ||||
| 1926 | #665 | ||||
| 1927 | #651 | ||||
| 1928 | #704 | ||||
| 1929 | #839 | ||||
| 1930 | #740 | ||||
| 1931 | #778 | ||||
| 1932 | #680 | ||||
| 1933 | #587 | ||||
| 1934 | #684 | ||||
| 1935 | #781 | ||||
| 1936 | #646 | ||||
| 1937 | #618 | ||||
| 1938 | #661 | ||||
| 1939 | #617 | ||||
| 1940 | #632 | ||||
| 1941 | #554 | ||||
| 1942 | #539 | ||||
| 1943 | #514 | ||||
| 1944 | #541 | ||||
| 1945 | #479 | ||||
| 1946 | #463 | ||||
| 1947 | #442 | ||||
| 1948 | #416 | ||||
| 1949 | #470 | ||||
| 1950 | #476 | ||||
| 1951 | #466 | ||||
| 1952 | #486 | ||||
| 1953 | #581 | ||||
| 1954 | #583 | ||||
| 1955 | #632 | ||||
| 1956 | #635 | ||||
| 1957 | #643 | ||||
| 1958 | #659 | ||||
| 1959 | #706 | ||||
| 1960 | #623 | ||||
| 1961 | #575 | ||||
| 1962 | #620 | ||||
| 1963 | #667 | ||||
| 1964 | #673 | ||||
| 1965 | #598 | ||||
| 1966 | #665 | #234 | |||
| 1967 | #640 | ||||
| 1968 | #645 | ||||
| 1969 | #641 | ||||
| 1970 | #680 | ||||
| 1971 | #650 | ||||
| 1972 | #644 | #295 | |||
| 1973 | #591 | ||||
| 1974 | #549 | ||||
| 1975 | #552 | ||||
| 1976 | #551 | ||||
| 1977 | #591 | ||||
| 1978 | #569 | #247 | |||
| 1979 | #550 | #282 | |||
| 1980 | #513 | #272 | |||
| 1981 | #515 | #243 | |||
| 1982 | #416 | ||||
| 1983 | #330 | #211 | #302 | ||
| 1984 | #383 | #175 | |||
| 1985 | #399 | #175 | #322 | ||
| 1986 | #436 | #156 | |||
| 1987 | #431 | #166 | |||
| 1988 | #400 | #195 | |||
| 1989 | #317 | #171 | |||
| 1990 | #369 | #149 | #300 | ||
| 1991 | #375 | #178 | #223 | #360 | |
| 1992 | #404 | #114 | #198 | #386 | |
| 1993 | #392 | #119 | #357 | #393 | |
| 1994 | #435 | #149 | #310 | #358 | |
| 1995 | #437 | #97 | #289 | #351 | |
| 1996 | #478 | #130 | #285 | #419 | |
| 1997 | #469 | #70 | #161 | #353 | #386 |
| 1998 | #467 | #71 | #169 | #297 | #435 |
| 1999 | #502 | #75 | #183 | #191 | #395 |
| 2000 | #468 | #71 | #157 | #175 | #369 |
| 2001 | #450 | #73 | #200 | #217 | #278 |
| 2002 | #437 | #82 | #192 | #276 | #209 |
| 2003 | #421 | #84 | #208 | #231 | #232 |
| 2004 | #396 | #90 | #177 | #250 | #241 |
| 2005 | #386 | #86 | #235 | #192 | #190 |
| 2006 | #369 | #91 | #145 | #219 | #142 |
| 2007 | #357 | #94 | #241 | #202 | #129 |
| 2008 | #328 | #95 | #180 | #199 | #116 |
| 2009 | #297 | #90 | #185 | #211 | #106 |
| 2010 | #301 | #92 | #208 | #211 | #94 |
| 2011 | #272 | #92 | #185 | #169 | #113 |
| 2012 | #241 | #82 | #182 | #192 | #74 |
| 2013 | #241 | #82 | #172 | #139 | #66 |
| 2014 | #216 | #86 | #132 | #197 | #64 |
| 2015 | #208 | #78 | #135 | #125 | #68 |
| 2016 | #180 | #67 | #116 | #135 | #56 |
| 2017 | #161 | #72 | #120 | #124 | #54 |
| 2018 | #162 | #71 | #102 | #135 | #56 |
| 2019 | #171 | #73 | #96 | #131 | #56 |
| 2020 | #164 | #83 | #128 | #156 | #46 |
| 2021 | #159 | #90 | #106 | #163 | #38 |
| 2022 | #150 | #85 | #116 | #185 | #45 |
| 2023 | #178 | #93 | #134 | #159 | #50 |
| 2024 | #150 | #96 | #103 | #223 | #54 |
| 2025 | #151 | #95 | #113 | #169 | #57 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Elliot
Names Similar to Elliot
Nicknames for Elliot
- El
- Eli
- Ellie
- Lee
Famous People Named Elliot
| Elliot Page | Canadian actor |
| Elliot Cowan | British actor |
| Elliot Knight | English actor |
| Elliot Fletcher | American actor and musician |
| Elliot Yamin | American singer-songwriter |
| Elliot Daly | English rugby player |
| Elliot Grandin | French footballer |
| Elliot Easton | American guitarist |
| Elliot Goldenthal | American composer |
| Elliot Rodger | American spree killer |
| Elliot Abrams | American lawyer and diplomat |
| Elliot Handler | American businessman and inventor |
| Elliot See | American astronaut |
Characters Named Elliot
| Elliot Alderson | fictional character from "Mr. Robot" |
| Elliot Hoo | fictional character from "Crazy Rich Asians" |
| Elliot Carver | fictional character from James Bond film "Tomorrow Never Dies" |
| Elliot Moose | fictional character from children's books by Andrea Beck |
| Elliot Park | fictional character from "Gilmore Girls" |
| Elliot Leichter | fictional character from "Juno" |