Elenor Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elenor is a name with roots in Old French and Latin, deriving from 'Aliénor' and 'Alia Aenor'. It means 'light' or 'bright' and has evolved through various historical forms, including Eleanor. The name is associated with notable historical figures and carries connotations of elegance and strength. It does not have biblical significance.
The name Elenor is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Elenor has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Elenor' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 995th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1522nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3399th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7682nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16163rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13584th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6152nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elenor' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elenor"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛlɪnɔr/
Origin
Old French and Latin
Etymology
The name Elenor is derived from the Old French name 'Aliénor', which itself comes from the Latin 'Alia Aenor', meaning 'the other Aenor'. Aenor is thought to be of Germanic origin, possibly related to the name 'Eleanor'.
Meaning
light, bright, shining one
Language Evolution
Alia Aenor (Latin), Aliénor (Old French), Eleanor (Middle English), Elenor (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 12th century, particularly in England, due to the influence of Eleanor of Aquitaine, who was a powerful and influential queen.
Variants & Derivatives
Eleanor, Elinor, Elena, Nora
Modern Popularity & Image
Elenor is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with grace and strength. It remains moderately popular in various cultures.
Famous People
Eleanor Roosevelt, the former First Lady of the United States, Eleanor of Aquitaine, a powerful queen in medieval Europe, Eleanor Tomlinson, a contemporary English actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elenor"
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 "Elenor"
"Elenor" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 995th of 9107 | 954 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1522nd of 9204 | 486 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3399th of 12526 | 234 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7682nd of 19264 | 82 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16163rd of 27321 | 33 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13584th of 35406 | 94 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6152nd of 30306 | 239 |
Regional Popularity of "Elenor" 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 "Elenor" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
61.94% 877th/1416 |
55.91% 771st/1379 |
88.93% 2104th/2366 |
87.39% 998th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
95.54% 1477th/1546 |
71.66% 1115th/1556 |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
88.07% 2444th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
100.00% 6822nd/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Elenor"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elenor" 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.