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Elliot vs Maxwell

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
Maxwell Rank #182

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 vs #182 for Maxwell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliot or Maxwell more popular?

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 compared to Maxwell at #182 in the United States.

What do Elliot and Maxwell mean?

Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin). Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin).

Are Elliot and Maxwell boy or girl names?

Elliot is primarily a boy name. Maxwell is primarily a boy name.

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