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Maxwell 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

Maxwell Rank #182
Elliot Rank #150

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 vs #182 for Maxwell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maxwell or Elliot more popular?

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 compared to Maxwell at #182 in the United States.

What do Maxwell and Elliot mean?

Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin). Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Maxwell and Elliot boy or girl names?

Maxwell is primarily a boy name. Elliot is primarily a boy name.

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