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Elliot vs Nathan

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
Nathan Rank #62

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 vs #150 for Elliot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliot or Nathan more popular?

Nathan is more popular, ranked #62 compared to Elliot at #150 in the United States.

What do Elliot and Nathan mean?

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

Are Elliot and Nathan boy or girl names?

Elliot is primarily a boy name. Nathan is primarily a boy name.

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