Eliot
Meaning
The Lord Is My God
Origin
Hebrew
Pronunciation
/ˈiːlɪət/
Traits associated with the name Eliot:
Eliot has an elegant sound to it that really closes the gap between dog and human.
Dogs named Eliot tend to be loving, good-natured, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Eliot?
Naming your dog Eliot suggests that you have an appreciation for literature and culture. It may also suggest that you have a creative and unique personality.
Is Eliot a good dog name?
Eliot has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Eliot isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Eliot is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Eliot was, in the past month, the 2803rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of July 2025, Eliot is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Eliot was viewed 80 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Eliot's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Eliot is most adored in Tennessee, Nebraska and Texas.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Indiana, Wisconsin and South Carolina.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Eliot.
Most popular breeds named Eliot:
- Jack Russell Terrier
- Dalmatian
Famous dogs named Eliot:
A german shepherd named Eliot featured in the television show Dog City.
Eliot is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Echoes of T.S. Eliot's poetry resonate in this vintage canine moniker.
cute
Evokes charming literary figures, like T.S. Eliot, famed poet.
Dog names like Eliot:
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Let us know what you think of Eliot as a dog name!