Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Eliot has its roots in Old French and Hebrew, meaning 'The Lord is my God'. It evolved from the Hebrew name 'Eliyahu' through various forms. The name has gained popularity since the 19th century, often associated with intellectual and creative individuals. There is no direct biblical relevance, but it carries a significant meaning linked to faith.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛliət/
Origin
Old French, Hebrew
Etymology
Eliot is derived from the Old French name 'Eliot', which is a diminutive form of the Hebrew name 'Eliyahu' meaning 'My God is Yahweh'.
Meaning
The Lord is my God
Language Evolution
Eliyahu, Eliot, Elliot
Historical Usage
Eliot gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, particularly in the United States and among Puritan communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Elliot, Eliot, Eli
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Eliot is perceived as a classic yet modern name, often associated with creativity and intellectualism, partly due to notable figures bearing the name.
Famous People
T.S. Eliot, George Eliot
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 239 peak births in 2012
Geographic Spread
Popular across 30 US states, with strongest presence in Massachusetts
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1706th of 7545 | 317 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1746th of 6773 | 310 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1010th of 7552 | 1,043 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1203rd of 10718 | 764 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1174th of 16616 | 1,257 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1202nd of 24088 | 2,102 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1183rd of 23106 | 1,966 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17321st of 27321 | 27 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7173rd of 35406 | 255 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5595th of 30306 | 272 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
47.50% 655th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
40.68% 633rd/1556 |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
43.06% 959th/2227 |
21.40% 520th/2430 |
68.91% 1966th/2853 |
42.56% 1181st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
46.48% 1365th/2937 |
24.61% 857th/3483 |
50.88% 1790th/3518 |
27.92% 1129th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
33.62% 1239th/3685 |
21.65% 969th/4475 |
33.98% 1765th/5194 |
19.11% 1207th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.31% 1114th/4582 |
18.24% 942nd/5164 |
23.07% 1687th/7313 |
14.93% 1114th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
28.29% 1127th/3984 |
21.89% 982nd/4487 |
21.91% 1495th/6822 |
17.57% 1103rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
94.43% 7047th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Massachusetts across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1706th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1746th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1010th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1203rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1174th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1202nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1183rd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7173rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5595th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.