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Elliot vs Max

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
Max Rank #175

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 vs #175 for Max.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliot or Max more popular?

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 compared to Max at #175 in the United States.

What do Elliot and Max mean?

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

Are Elliot and Max boy or girl names?

Elliot is primarily a boy name. Max is primarily a boy name.

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