Elliot vs Leo

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

Leo

Boy #24 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion-hearted, brave"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian German French American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24
Total SSA Count
7,793
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Elliot Rank #150
Leo Rank #24

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 vs #150 for Elliot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliot or Leo more popular?

Leo is more popular, ranked #24 compared to Elliot at #150 in the United States.

What do Elliot and Leo mean?

Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin). Leo means "lion-hearted, brave" (Latin origin).

Are Elliot and Leo boy or girl names?

Elliot is primarily a boy name. Leo is primarily a boy name.

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