Eliott vs Lou

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lou

Boy #2,123 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic via French Louis

Cultural Roots

French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,123
Total SSA Count
70
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Eliott Rank #1,953
Lou Rank #2,123

Eliott is more popular, ranked #1953 vs #2123 for Lou.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eliott or Lou more popular?

Eliott is more popular, ranked #1953 compared to Lou at #2123 in the United States.

What do Eliott and Lou mean?

Eliott means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin). Lou means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French Louis origin).

Are Eliott and Lou boy or girl names?

Eliott is primarily a boy name. Lou is primarily a boy name.

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