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Eliott is a male first name that was originally used as a Norman surname in the English-speaking world. However, its roots lie in an Old French diminutive of the biblical name Elias. The German translation of the name is: 'my God is Yahweh.'
What does the name Eliott mean?
Eliott has its origins as a Norman surname in the English-speaking world, but it derives from an Old French diminutive of the biblical name Elias. The name means in German 'my God is Yahweh.' Its origin traces back to the ancient Hebrew name 'êlı̂yâhû (אֵלִיָּהוּ), whose diminutive 'êlı̂yâh (אֵלִיָּה) consists of the ancient Hebrew elements 'ēl (אֵל) for 'God' and yâh (יָה) for 'the name of God.' The first name could also stem from the Scottish town Elliot or be a variant of the name Elwold, meaning 'Old Welshman.' Additionally, there could be a reference to the name Ailiet/Æþelgeat, which means 'noble gate.' In the Bible, Elias is a significant and righteous prophet of God who vigorously preached against the worship of Baal. The French spelling Éliott is also common. Other variants include Eliot, Elliot, Ellioth, Elliott, and Elliotte.
How do you pronounce Eliott?
The pronunciation of Eliott is three syllables and fluid. The name is pronounced as 'E-li-ott' [ˈeːli̯ɔt]. It begins with a long E sound that conveys brightness, and the open O in the last syllable provides spaciousness, while the hard T offers a clear conclusion. Eliott has a modern and friendly sound quality – melodic, vibrant, and balanced.
When is the name day of Eliott?
The name days for Eliott are celebrated on March 24 and July 20.
Popularity
In Germany, Eliott enjoys great popularity and currently ranks 2,073rd on the list of most common male first names. The name achieved its best ranking in 2019 at 1,554th. Over the last ten years, Eliott has been given as a first name about 110 times, placing it 2,222nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,591st.
Nicknames & pet names
Elli / Lolot
Famous people
- Eliott Smith (American singer)
- Elliott Smith (musician)
Frequently asked questions about the name Eliott
What is the origin of the name Eliott?
Eliott has its origins as a Norman surname in the English-speaking world. It derives from an Old French diminutive of the biblical name Elias.
What does the name Eliott mean?
The name Eliott means in German 'my God is Yahweh' and has its roots in the ancient Hebrew elements for 'God' and 'the name of God.'
What nicknames are there for Eliott?
For the name Eliott, the nicknames Elli and Lolot are charming and easy to pronounce.
How is the name Eliott pronounced?
The name Eliott is typically pronounced as 'E-liott,' with the emphasis on the second syllable.