Paul vs Elliot

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paul

Boy #264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin Paulus

Cultural Roots

Latin Christian English French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#264
Total SSA Count
1,320
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Paul Rank #264
Elliot Rank #150

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 vs #264 for Paul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paul or Elliot more popular?

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 compared to Paul at #264 in the United States.

What do Paul and Elliot mean?

Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin). Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Paul and Elliot boy or girl names?

Paul is primarily a boy name. Elliot is primarily a boy name.

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