Arthur vs Elliot

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Elliot

Boy #150 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is the Lord, from Elijah"

Origin: Hebrew via English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#150
Total SSA Count
2,370
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Elliot Rank #150

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #150 for Elliot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Elliot more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Elliot at #150 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Elliot mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Arthur and Elliot boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Elliot is primarily a boy name.

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