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Eliot vs Sidney

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
Sidney Rank #1,374

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 vs #1377 for Eliot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eliot or Sidney more popular?

Sidney is more popular, ranked #1374 compared to Eliot at #1377 in the United States.

What do Eliot and Sidney mean?

Eliot means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Greek Elias origin). Sidney means "from Saint Denis" (Anglo-Norman French origin).

Are Eliot and Sidney boy or girl names?

Eliot is primarily a boy name. Sidney is primarily a boy name.

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