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King vs Elliot

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

King

Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#343
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Elliot

Boy #150 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is the Lord, from Elijah"

Origin: Hebrew via English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#150
Total SSA Count
2,370
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

King Rank #343
Elliot Rank #150

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 vs #343 for King.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is King or Elliot more popular?

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do King and Elliot mean?

King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin). Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are King and Elliot boy or girl names?

King is primarily a boy name. Elliot is primarily a boy name.

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