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Eliot vs Gray

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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Gray

Boy #1,342 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the color gray"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,342
Total SSA Count
142
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Eliot Rank #1,377
Gray Rank #1,342

Gray is more popular, ranked #1342 vs #1377 for Eliot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eliot or Gray more popular?

Gray is more popular, ranked #1342 compared to Eliot at #1377 in the United States.

What do Eliot and Gray mean?

Eliot means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Greek Elias origin). Gray means "the color gray" (Old English origin).

Are Eliot and Gray boy or girl names?

Eliot is primarily a boy name. Gray is primarily a boy name.

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