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Eliot vs Cecil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eliot

Boy #1,377 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew via Greek Elias

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,377
Total SSA Count
137
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Eliot Rank #1,377
Cecil Rank #1,487

Eliot is more popular, ranked #1377 vs #1487 for Cecil.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eliot or Cecil more popular?

Eliot is more popular, ranked #1377 compared to Cecil at #1487 in the United States.

What do Eliot and Cecil mean?

Eliot means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Greek Elias origin). Cecil means "blind" (Latin origin).

Are Eliot and Cecil boy or girl names?

Eliot is primarily a boy name. Cecil is primarily a boy name.

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