"the Lord is my God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Eliott
Pronunciation: [ EHL-ee-aht ]
Boy Name
#1,953 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
3 Syllables
A refined literary name with timeless biblical roots
English
American
Scottish
French
Classic
Literary
Sophisticated
Vintage
Strong
Meaning & Origin
The Story of Eliott
Eliott is a spelling variant of Elliott, an English and Scottish surname derived from the medieval given name Elias, from the Hebrew Eliyahu meaning 'my God is Yahweh' or 'the Lord is my God.' The single 't' ending is a less common variant, with Elliott (double t) being the standard spelling. Both are used as given names with a long literary and cultural tradition.
Elliott has been rising steadily in the US since the 1990s and entered the top 100 in recent years. The spelling Eliott is a French variant that gives the name a slightly more European flavor. The name benefits from the beloved associations with E.T., literary figures like T.S. Eliot, and the general appeal of surname-style names.
Eliott carries British and Scottish surname heritage, associated with the Scottish Border clan Elliot (or Elliott). In French-speaking countries, Éliott is used as a given name with growing frequency. The name's literary associations — T.S. Eliot, George Eliot — add intellectual gravitas.
Fun Facts
- George Eliot, one of the leading Victorian novelists (author of Middlemarch), used a male pen name to be taken seriously as a writer
- T.S. Eliot won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1948
Eliott in Other Languages
French
Éliott
Hebrew
אֵלִיָּהוּ
Spanish
Eliott
Scottish
Elliot
Famous People Named Eliott
E
Elliott Smith
Musician
1969
Influential American singer-songwriter known for his introspective folk-rock and the Academy Award-nominated 'Miss Miser...
Influential American singer-songwriter known for his introspective folk-rock and the Academy Award-nominated 'Miss Misery'
G
George Eliot
Writer
1819
Pen name of Mary Ann Evans, one of the leading Victorian novelists, author of Middlemarch and Silas Marner
E
Elliott Fictional
Other
The young boy who befriends an alien in Steven Spielberg's 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' (1982)
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,953
- Total SSA Count
- 80
- Cultural Origins
- English American Scottish French
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Eli
El
Pairs Well With
Eliott James
Eliott John
Eliott Cole
Eliott Reid
Eliott Gray
Eliott Lee
Eliott Blake
Sibling Names
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Frequently Asked Questions About Eliott
What does the name Eliott mean?
"the Lord is my God" (from Hebrew). Eliott is a spelling variant of Elliott, an English and Scottish surname derived from the medieval given name Elias, from the Hebrew Eliyahu meaning 'my God is Yahweh' or 'the Lord is my God.' The single 't' ending is a less common variant, with Elliott (double t) being the standard spelling. Both are used as given names with a long literary and cultural tradition.
What is the origin of the name Eliott?
Eliott has Hebrew, English, American, Scottish, and French origins. In Hebrew, it means "the Lord is my God".
Is Eliott a boy or girl name?
Eliott is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Eliott?
Eliott is pronounced EHL-ee-aht.
How popular is the name Eliott?
Eliott is currently ranked #1953 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Eliott?
Common nicknames for Eliott include Eli and El.
What are good middle names for Eliott?
Popular middle name pairings include Eliott James, Eliott John, Eliott Cole, Eliott Reid, Eliott Gray, Eliott Lee, and Eliott Blake.
What are good sibling names for Eliott?
Names that pair well with Eliott as siblings include Stella, Hazel, Oliver, Violet, Archer, and Emmett.
How many syllables does Eliott have?
Eliott has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Eliott a common or rare name?
Eliott is an uncommon name, ranked #1953 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Eliott
Eliott is a boy name with English, American, Scottish, and French origins . The name means "the Lord is my God" in Hebrew .
Eliott is currently ranked #1,953 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Eliott has 3 syllables and is pronounced EHL-ee-aht, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Eliott include Eli and El. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Eliott include Elio, Eliot, Elion, Elior, Elios . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.