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Marcus vs Elliot

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Marcus Rank #256
Elliot Rank #150

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 vs #256 for Marcus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marcus or Elliot more popular?

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 compared to Marcus at #256 in the United States.

What do Marcus and Elliot mean?

Marcus means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Marcus and Elliot boy or girl names?

Marcus is primarily a boy name. Elliot is primarily a boy name.

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