Eleanore name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Girl
Origin: Old Provençal and Old Greek
Usage: English
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Eleanore e-leano-re
Meaning: Light
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Eleanore meaning and origin

What does Eleanore mean?

Eleanore means Light is a girl name principally used in English came from Old Greek and Old Provençal. Eleanore is variant form of eternal and preeminent Helen. Helen is English equivalent of Helene.

Helen means The Torch and Bright One Shining One is of Old Greek and English origin. Eleanore is variation of darling and ceaseless Eleanor. Eleanor is resulted from Helen. Eleanor is English cognate of Eleonora.

Originated from Old Greek and Old Provençal, Prevalent and Conifer Eleanor, Eleanor means "Variant of Helen, The Element Eleos Which Means Mercy Pity and Bright One Shining One".

How do I pronounce Eleanore?

The proper pronunciation of two syllabled Eleanore is e-leano-re. ele(a)-nore is another way(s) to say the name.

Variants of Eleanore

Eleanor, Helen, Alienor, Eleonora, Aleanor, Aline, Helene, Eileen, Elle, Leona, Ilene, Helenmarie, Elenora, Eleonore, Elna, Alianne, Alina, Eilen, Leni, Leny, Selene, Ailee, Eyleen, Alene, Aibhilin, Aveline, Eibhlin, Lanelle, Ella, Lenia, Leonia, Leonarda, Leonida, Ileane, Ileen, Ileana

Middle Names for Eleanore

Nona, Katrine, Simonne, Maryellen, Stine, Bridie, view more middle names that goes with Eleanore

How popular is the name Eleanore?

a popular name in United States having over 17883 recievers in 139 years of usage. Currently the moniker is on a rise, in 1916, 768 girls were bestowed the name and it was ranked at 225th position.

Moreover, the name has been to the top 500 baby names 41 times Eleanore is a familiar baby name in France, it has been in use since 1992 and was able to reach the top 700 names.

In 2007, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 669 on girl names chart when 74 babies were named Eleanore. There are over 684 babies that have been given the name Eleanore in France.

Eleanore is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales where it has been in use since 1996 and achieved its top ranking of 1005 in 1996. Over 120 people have been named Eleanore in England and Wales.

It also recently appeared in Belgium baby girl names chart. Also, Eleanore is a familiar name in South Africa, Canada, Philippines, England and Cameroon. At least, 10000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our estimate.

YearRankBirths
20231651125
20221861108
2021197198
20201836106
2019195599
20181911104
20171975100
2016220487
2015212290
2014255869
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Eleanore in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands055868
Finland00015
Sweden052525
Norway05256
Denmark0040

Numerological aspects of Eleanore

Working solo brings out the best of you but working with others helps you improve your old ideas. You want to be the boss in every situation. You are deeply related to the 5 senses. People admire your endless hope that things will get better in the world and your courage to do what others avoid to do. You influence people with your words, so make sure you say the right words. You should avoid treating other people like you are better than them.

Go through the following names similar to Eleanore

  •  Sophy - Meaning of Sophy is Wisdom is a girl name commonly used in Finnish, Danish and Norwegian came from Old Greek
  •  Pamula - Odd girl name Pamula is originated from Old Greek, Pamula means "Honeyed Sweetness, All Black All Sweetness and New Leaves" is especially used in English. Pamula is derived from Pamela.
  •  Agnita - Origin of Unfamiliar Agnita is in Old Greek language is used as a baby girl name, meaning of Agnita is "The Chaste or The Pure" is largely used in Scandinavian
  •  Daphne - Predominant and Perennial unisex name Daphne is used notably in English, Greek and German, meaning of Daphne is "Laurel or Laurel Tree" is rooted from Old Greek
  •  Basilio - Rare boy name Basilio has its origin in Old Greek and Greek, Basilio means "Noble, Royal or Kingly" is used mostly in English, Italian and Spanish languages

Sibling Names for Eleanore

Choosing a name for your baby is one of the most exciting and important decisions you will make as a parent. If you have already decided on the beautiful name "Eleanore", then you might be searching for some inspiration for sibling names that complement it perfectly. Here are some options to consider!

Sister for Eleanore

Names for Eleanore's brother

Famous people named Eleanore

  • Eleanore Tanin in The Werewolf as Actress
  • Eleanore Pienta in See You Next Tuesday as Actress
  • Actor Eleanore Bauer, well-known for tvMovie Wenn die kleinen Veilchen blüh'n
  • Eleanore Whitney portrayed leading role of Martha in 1936 comedy, drama movie Timothy's Quest.

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
  2. Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
  3. Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
  4. Sociale Verzekeringsbank, https://statbel.fgov.be/en/themes/population/family-names-and-first-names/first-names-boys-and-girls
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