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Elliot vs Evan

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
Evan Rank #143

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #150 for Elliot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliot or Evan more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Elliot at #150 in the United States.

What do Elliot and Evan mean?

Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin). Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin).

Are Elliot and Evan boy or girl names?

Elliot is primarily a boy name. Evan is primarily a boy name.

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