William vs Elliott

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

William

Boy #10 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"resolute protector, strong-willed guardian"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #10
Total SSA Count: 10,596
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

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Mason Noah Ryder Max

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Elliott

Boy #163 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew via Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #163
Total SSA Count: 2,219
Syllables: 3
Formality: Moderate

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Popularity Comparison

William Rank #10

Elliott Rank #163

William is more popular, ranked #10 vs #163 for Elliott.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is William or Elliott more popular?

William is more popular, ranked #10 compared to Elliott at #163 in the United States.

What do William and Elliott mean?

William means "resolute protector, strong-willed guardian" (Germanic origin). Elliott means "Jehovah is God; the Lord is my God" (Hebrew via Old French origin).

Are William and Elliott boy or girl names?

William is primarily a boy name. Elliott is primarily a boy name.

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