Elliot

Elliot is a name used as both a given name and a surname, with English and Scottish origins. The exact etymology is uncertain, but it is commonly connected with the medieval Scottish surname Elliots, which may derive from a place name in the Scottish Borders or be a patronymic form of Elijah or Elias. Over time, several spellings have developed, including Elliot, Elliott, Ellot, and Eliot.

As a given name, Elliot is predominantly masculine in most English-speaking countries, though its use for girls has increased in recent decades. The spelling Elliott with two ts is a common variant for both given names and surnames, while Eliot (one t) is sometimes encountered as a related form.

Notable people with this name include the Canadian actor Elliot Page and the American actor Elliott Gould. The name also appears in various cultural and historical contexts and is used for fictional characters and place names in English-speaking regions.