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Elliot vs Declan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Elliot Rank #150
Declan Rank #131

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 vs #150 for Elliot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliot or Declan more popular?

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 compared to Elliot at #150 in the United States.

What do Elliot and Declan mean?

Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin). Declan means "man of prayer" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Elliot and Declan boy or girl names?

Elliot is primarily a boy name. Declan is primarily a boy name.

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