Eleanore Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eleanore originates from Greek and is linked to the name Helen, meaning light or torch. It evolved from Helen to Aliénor and eventually to Eleanore. The name is associated with elegance and has historical significance through figures like Eleanor of Aquitaine. It does not have a biblical background.
The name Eleanore is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Eleanore has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Eleanore' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 265th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 459th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1584th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4285th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5305th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3743rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1995th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Eleanore' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eleanore"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛlɪnɔːr/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Eleanore is derived from the Old Provençal name 'Aliénor,' which is believed to have roots in the Greek name 'Helen,' meaning 'torch' or 'light.'
Meaning
light, torch
Language Evolution
Helen, Aliénor, Eleanore, Eleanor
Historical Usage
The name Eleanore gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in the 12th century, due to the influence of Eleanor of Aquitaine, a powerful figure in medieval Europe.
Variants & Derivatives
Eleanor, Elinor, Leonora
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Eleanore is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with sophistication and grace.
Famous People
Eleanore Roosevelt, Eleanore Duse
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eleanore"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Eleanore"
"Eleanore" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 265th of 9107 | 10,861 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 459th of 9204 | 4,175 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1584th of 12526 | 829 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4285th of 19264 | 219 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5305th of 27321 | 255 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3743rd of 35406 | 613 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1995th of 30306 | 1,193 |
Regional Popularity of "Eleanore" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Eleanore" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
11.09% 157th/1416 |
13.20% 182nd/1379 |
44.55% 1054th/2366 |
24.61% 281st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
21.73% 336th/1546 |
17.54% 273rd/1556 |
66.47% 1564th/2353 |
37.56% 581st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
64.44% 1435th/2227 |
38.35% 932nd/2430 |
- |
55.64% 1544th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.31% 3130th/4582 |
- |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
79.85% 5959th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
35.09% 1398th/3984 |
59.04% 2649th/4487 |
44.00% 3002nd/6822 |
30.13% 1891st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eleanore"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eleanore" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.