Elois Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Elois originates from the French name Heloise, which has roots in Latin and means 'famous warrior'. It has evolved through various historical forms and is associated with notable figures. Elois carries traits of elegance and sophistication, and it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Elois is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Elois has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. 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. Across generations, 'Elois' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1107th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 954th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1709th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9658th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Elois' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elois"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛlɔɪs/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Elois is believed to be derived from the Old French name 'Heloise', which itself comes from the Latin 'Eloisa', a diminutive of 'Aloisia', meaning 'famous warrior'.
Meaning
famous warrior
Language Evolution
Heloise (Old French), Eloisa (Latin), Aloisia (Latin)
Historical Usage
Elois gained popularity in the medieval period, largely due to the fame of Heloise, a notable figure in history known for her romance with the philosopher Peter Abelard.
Variants & Derivatives
Eloise, Heloise, Elouise
Modern Popularity & Image
Elois is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with sophistication and a rich historical background.
Famous People
Eloise Hawking, a character in the television series 'Lost', Eloise, a children's book character created by Kay Thompson
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elois"
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 "Elois"
"Elois" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1107th of 9107 | 799 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 954th of 9204 | 1,067 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1709th of 12526 | 721 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9658th of 19264 | 50 |
Regional Popularity of "Elois" 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 "Elois" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
35.25% 834th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
29.32% 690th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
95.69% 2131st/2227 |
- |
40.76% 1163rd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elois"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elois" 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.