James vs Elliot

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

James

Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #150 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"my God is the Lord, from Elijah"

Origin: Hebrew via English

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James Rank #5

Elliot Rank #150

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #150 for Elliot.

Is James or Elliot more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Elliot at #150 in the United States.

What do James and Elliot mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are James and Elliot boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Elliot is primarily a boy name.