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Elliot vs Malcolm

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
Malcolm Rank #314

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 vs #314 for Malcolm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliot or Malcolm more popular?

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 compared to Malcolm at #314 in the United States.

What do Elliot and Malcolm mean?

Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Elliot and Malcolm boy or girl names?

Elliot is primarily a boy name. Malcolm is primarily a boy name.

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