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Elliott vs Declan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elliott

Boy #163 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew via Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#163
Total SSA Count
2,219
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Elliott Rank #163
Declan Rank #131

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 vs #163 for Elliott.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliott or Declan more popular?

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 compared to Elliott at #163 in the United States.

What do Elliott and Declan mean?

Elliott means "Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Old French origin). Declan means "man of prayer" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Elliott and Declan boy or girl names?

Elliott is primarily a boy name. Declan is primarily a boy name.

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