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Elliott vs Cole

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cole

Boy #162 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"coal, swarthy"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#162
Total SSA Count
2,219
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Elliott Rank #163
Cole Rank #162

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 vs #163 for Elliott.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliott or Cole more popular?

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 compared to Elliott at #163 in the United States.

What do Elliott and Cole mean?

Elliott means "Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Old French origin). Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin).

Are Elliott and Cole boy or girl names?

Elliott is primarily a boy name. Cole is primarily a boy name.

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