Elenora Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elenora is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'light' or 'torch'. It has evolved from Greek through various languages, including Italian and Old French. The name is associated with elegance and classic beauty, though it does not have a biblical background. Its popularity rose in the late 19th century, and it remains a charming choice today.
The name Elenora is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Elenora 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, 'Elenora' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 741st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1215th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2994th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8585th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19434th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15946th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4550th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elenora' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elenora"
Pronunciation
/ˌɛləˈnɔːrə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Elenora is believed to be derived from the Latin name 'Helen', which itself comes from the Greek 'Helene', meaning 'torch' or 'light'. The name has evolved through various languages and cultures over time.
Meaning
light, torch
Language Evolution
Helen (Greek), Elena (Italian, Spanish), Eleanor (Old French), Elenora (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Elenora gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, often linked to the popularity of the name Eleanor.
Variants & Derivatives
Eleanor, Elena, Nora, Lena
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Elenora is considered a vintage yet elegant name, evoking a sense of classic beauty and sophistication.
Famous People
Elenora de Guzman, Spanish poet, Elenora Smith, American actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elenora"
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 "Elenora"
"Elenora" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 741st of 9107 | 1,707 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1215th of 9204 | 699 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2994th of 12526 | 289 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8585th of 19264 | 65 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 19434th of 27321 | 19 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15946th of 35406 | 68 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4550th of 30306 | 367 |
Regional Popularity of "Elenora" 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 "Elenora" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
47.46% 672nd/1416 |
57.94% 799th/1379 |
30.77% 728th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
83.70% 1294th/1546 |
74.42% 1158th/1556 |
55.76% 1312th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
85.94% 2452nd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
88.13% 3511th/3984 |
- | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elenora"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elenora" 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.