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Percy vs Eliot

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Percy

Boy #1,256 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Percy (Norman place name)"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,256
Total SSA Count
157
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Percy Rank #1,256
Eliot Rank #1,377

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 vs #1377 for Eliot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Percy or Eliot more popular?

Percy is more popular, ranked #1256 compared to Eliot at #1377 in the United States.

What do Percy and Eliot mean?

Percy means "from Percy (Norman place name)" (Norman French origin). Eliot means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Greek Elias origin).

Are Percy and Eliot boy or girl names?

Percy is primarily a boy name. Eliot is primarily a boy name.

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