Eliot is a name with English origins, derived from a diminutive of the medieval name Elias, which is the Greek form of the Hebrew name Eliyahu, meaning “Yahweh is God.”
Origin: English
Meaning: Yahweh is God
Popularity: Eliot has maintained steady popularity over the years, though it’s not typically in the top 100 names. It’s seen as a classic name with literary associations.
Inspiration: The name Eliot may be chosen by parents inspired by literary figures such as T.S. Eliot or George Eliot (pen name of Mary Ann Evans). It has a sophisticated and intellectual connotation.
