Elyot
Latin · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Elyot
The given name 'Elyot' is derived from the Old French name 'Eloy', which is itself derived from the Latin name 'Eliotus', meaning 'God is my salvation'.
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Etymology
The given name 'Elyot' is derived from the Old French name 'Eloy', which is itself derived from the Latin name 'Eliotus', meaning 'God is my salvation'. The name 'Elyot' has been used in various cultures, including Christian, particularly in England during the Middle Ages, where it was popularized by Saint Eloy, a 7th-century bishop.
Elyot currently ranks #10,197 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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