A feminine form of Elliott, ultimately from a medieval form of Elijah meaning the Lord is my God.
Elliette is an elegant feminine elaboration of the surname-turned-given-name Elliott, which in turn derives from a medieval diminutive of the Hebrew name Elijah — meaning "my God is Yahweh" or "the Lord is my God." Elijah was a thundering Old Testament prophet, and his name carried enormous reverence through Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.
The name evolved through Greek (Elias), Latin, and Old French diminutive forms (Eliott) before establishing itself as an English surname and eventually a given name in its own right. The transformation of Elliott into the feminine Elliette follows a well-worn path in English naming history — adding a softening "-ette" suffix to create a distinctly feminine variant, as with names like Harriet, Claudette, or Paulette. The result is a name that feels simultaneously antique and fresh, with the warmth of its double-L and the lilt of its French-inflected ending.
Elliette remains rare enough to feel distinctive while sitting comfortably alongside popular names like Ellie, Violet, and Juliette. It appeals particularly to parents who appreciate the growing trend of giving girls traditionally masculine names reframed with feminine elegance, honoring the full weight of a prophetic, storied heritage while creating something entirely their own.