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Eric vs Elliott

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eric

Boy #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ever powerful"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian English German French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#252
Total SSA Count
1,402
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Eric Rank #252
Elliott Rank #163

Elliott is more popular, ranked #163 vs #252 for Eric.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eric or Elliott more popular?

Elliott is more popular, ranked #163 compared to Eric at #252 in the United States.

What do Eric and Elliott mean?

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

Are Eric and Elliott boy or girl names?

Eric is primarily a boy name. Elliott is primarily a boy name.

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