NAME PROFILE
Eliot
Eliot is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'The Lord is my God.' It carries a sense of wisdom and creativity, often associated with literary and artistic prowess. Those named Eliot tend to be thoughtful, introspective, and insightful individuals who have a natural affinity for communication and expression.
Key Stats
| Total births | 8,465 |
| Gender | Male (50% / 50%) |
| Peak year | 2010 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1913 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 30%MA — 23%CA — 22%IL — 13%TX — 12%
Notable People
T.S. Eliot (Poet, *The Waste Land*) · George Eliot (Author, *Middlemarch*) · Eliot Spitzer (Politician, former Governor of New York) · Eliot Ness (Prohibition agent, known for bringing down Al Capone) · Eliot Smith (Neuroscientist, known for research on brain function)
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