Boy · 2037th of 23,106
Eliott
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,034
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2024
Peak Popularity Year
80
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Eliott stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Eliott originates from Old French, meaning 'The Lord is my God'. It has evolved through various forms such as Eliot and Éliot. The name is associated with positive traits like intelligence and creativity. It has no direct biblical relevance but carries a spiritual meaning linked to God.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛliət/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Eliott is derived from the Old French name 'Éliot', which is a diminutive form of the name 'Elie', itself derived from the Hebrew name 'Eliyahu' meaning 'My God is Yahweh'.
Meaning
The name means 'The Lord is my God'.
Language Evolution
Eliot, Éliot, Eliott
Historical Usage
Eliott became popular in the English-speaking world in the 19th century, particularly in Britain and the United States, as a surname before becoming a common given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Eliot, Elliott, Elie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Eliott is seen as a modern and stylish name, often associated with intelligence and creativity.
Famous People
Elliott Smith - an American singer-songwriter known for his melancholic music., Elliott Gould - an American actor known for his roles in films and television.
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 80 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 14 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 11 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5657th of 7552 | 21 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3773rd of 10718 | 120 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2642nd of 16616 | 372 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2671st of 24088 | 646 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2037th of 23106 | 859 |