Elliot is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #762 in 2014 with 367 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2019 with 511 births ranking #593. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 3,236.4%. In 2014, approximately 1 in every 4,866 girls born was named Elliot. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Elliot is a polished classic-modern name often linked with the wider Elijah and Elias name family. Its meaning is usually given in that tradition as "the Lord is my God".
The name came into widespread use through surname and family-name traditions before becoming a major first name. Its lasting appeal comes from being serious enough for adulthood while still feeling approachable.