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Name Origin

Elliot is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God is my strength' or 'The Lord is salvation'. It is a variation of the name Elijah.

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Famous People

Elliot Page (1987-)

Actor

  • Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress in Juno (2007)
  • Starred in films like Inception (2010) and X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014)
  • Advocate for LGBTQ+ rights

Elliot Smith (1969-2003)

Singer-Songwriter

  • Known for his melancholic and introspective lyrics
  • Critically acclaimed albums like Either/Or (1997) and Figure 8 (2000)
  • Posthumous influence on indie music

Elliot Ness (1903-1957)

Law Enforcement Officer

  • Led the Untouchables, a team of federal agents who brought down Al Capone during Prohibition
  • Became a symbol of incorruptibility and law enforcement

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