Leanora Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Leanora is a name of Latin origin, derived from Eleanora, which comes from Helen, signifying 'light' or 'torch'. The name has evolved through Greek, Old French, and Middle English, reflecting its rich linguistic heritage. Leanora embodies traits of elegance and uniqueness, with no biblical relevance. It became popular in the 19th century and is currently perceived as a graceful and distinctive name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Leanora"
Pronunciation
/lɪˈnɔːrə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Leanora is derived from the Latin name 'Eleanora', which itself is believed to be a variant of 'Helen', meaning 'light' or 'torch'. The name evolved through various languages and cultures, incorporating elements from Greek and Old French.
Meaning
light, torch
Language Evolution
Helen (Greek), Elenor (Old French), Eleanor (Middle English), Leanora (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Leanora gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as variants of Eleanor became fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Eleanor, Elinor, Lenora
Modern Popularity & Image
Leanora is viewed as a unique and elegant name, often associated with grace and beauty. It is less common than its variants, giving it a distinctive charm.
Famous People
Leanora Cohen, a notable artist, Leanora Meriwether, a renowned author
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Girl Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 28 peak births in 1927
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Leanora"
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 "Leanora"
"Leanora" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1824th of 9107 | 371 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2331st of 9204 | 248 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2697th of 12526 | 339 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6104th of 19264 | 125 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10717th of 27321 | 84 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14279th of 35406 | 85 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7419th of 30306 | 184 |
Regional Popularity of "Leanora" 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 "Leanora" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
70.27% 969th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
80.59% 1254th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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61.48% 1494th/2430 |
- |
82.13% 2279th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Leanora"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Leanora" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Leanora" in the United States
The name Leanora is most popular in New York, 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, Leanora has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Leanora' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1824th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2331st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2697th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6104th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10717th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14279th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7419th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Leanora' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.