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Elliott vs Malcolm

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
Malcolm Rank #314

Elliott is more popular, ranked #163 vs #314 for Malcolm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliott or Malcolm more popular?

Elliott is more popular, ranked #163 compared to Malcolm at #314 in the United States.

What do Elliott and Malcolm mean?

Elliott means "Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Old French origin).

Are Elliott and Malcolm boy or girl names?

Elliott is primarily a boy name. Malcolm is primarily a boy name.

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