Elliott

Meaning Jehovah is God
Origin English, French, Hebrew
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Elliott
Popularity Moderate
Length 7
Syllables 3
Syllabification El-li-ott

About Elliott

Traditionally masculine but increasingly embraced for girls, Elliott represents the growing trend of gender-neutral naming. This choice signals parents who value strength, independence, and breaking conventional boundaries. The name carries literary weight and intellectual connotations, often associated with writers and thinkers. Elliott has a crisp, no-nonsense quality that avoids frilly or overly feminine stereotypes. For families raising daughters in an era focused on equality and empowerment, this name makes a statement without being overtly political. The double "t" ending gives it substance and completeness. Elliott works seamlessly in any professional environment, potentially offering advantages in fields where gender bias exists. The name's versatility means it pairs well with more traditionally feminine middle names if parents want that balance. Girls named Elliott often develop strong senses of self, possibly influenced by carrying a name that challenges expectations. The nickname options—Ellie, Elle—allow for softer alternatives when desired. This name serves families who want their daughter to have every door open to her, unencumbered by assumptions people might make based on name alone. Elliott is bold, confident, and refreshingly unconventional for girls.

Variations of Name Elliott

Eliette
Ellie
Elle
Elia
Eliana

Nicknames for Elliott

Ellie
Elle
Elli
Lottie
Etta
Elliott

Famous People Named Elliott

Elliott PageCanadian actor and LGBTQ+ advocate
Elliott DeGeneresAmerican author and the mother of comedian Ellen DeGeneres
Elliott RooseveltAmerican author, journalist, and the daughter of President Franklin D. Roosevelt
Elliott GonzalezBritish child involved in a high-profile custody battle known as "The Cuban Child Case"
Elliott SailorsAmerican model known for breaking gender norms in the fashion industry
Elliott LevitasAmerican politician and the first female to represent Georgia in Congress
Elliott CarterAmerican composer, one of the few female composers in her time
Elliott WoodBritish structural engineer known for her work on iconic buildings
Elliott IrwinAustralian television personality and fitness trainer
Elliott SternAmerican judge and lawyer, known for her activism and advocacy work

Characters Named Elliott

Elliott ReidA female character from the TV show "Scrubs"
Elliott BakerA strong-willed female protagonist from the novel "The Goodbye Summer" by Patricia Gaffney
Elliott GilbertA clever and resourceful character in the video game "Life is Strange"
Elliott FrostA determined female detective from the book series "The Elliott Frost Mysteries" by Leslie S. Talley
Elliott StablerA female character in the TV series "Law & Order - Organized Crime" portrayed by a woman
Elliott GrantA brilliant scientist and inventor in the animated series "Elliott's Lab"
Elliott the DragonThe magical, dragon companion of Pete in the movie "Pete's Dragon" - 2016
Elliott NovakA rebellious young woman with special abilities from the book "Elliott of Pemberley" by Mary Lydon Simonsen
Elliott MurphyA brave female astronaut and mission commander in the film "The Martian" - though her name is barely mentioned
ElliottA tough and determined girl who embarks on a quest in the video game "Stardew Valley"