Elliot vs William

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

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William

Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #10
Total SSA Count: 10,596
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Elliot Rank #150

William Rank #10

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #150 for Elliot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliot or William more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Elliot at #150 in the United States.

What do Elliot and William mean?

Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin). William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin).

Are Elliot and William boy or girl names?

Elliot is primarily a boy name. William is primarily a boy name.

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