William Eliot

William Eliot may refer to:

  • William Greenleaf Eliot (1811–1887), American educator, Unitarian clergyman, and founder of Washington University
  • William Eliot, 2nd Earl of St Germans (1767–1845), British diplomat and politician
  • William Eliot, 4th Earl of St Germans (1829–1881), British diplomat and Liberal politician

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