Leanore Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Leanore is a name of Greek origin, derived from Eleanor, meaning 'light' or 'shining light'. It has evolved through various historical forms including Aenor and Alienor, gaining popularity in the medieval period due to notable figures. The name is associated with elegance and sophistication, and it lacks a direct biblical background.
The name Leanore 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, Leanore has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 West. Across generations, 'Leanore' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1597th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2324th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6218th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Leanore' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Leanore"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɪə.nɔːr/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Leanore is derived from the name Eleanor, which has roots in the Provençal name Alienor, itself possibly derived from the Latin 'Alia Aenor', meaning 'the other Aenor'.
Meaning
Light, shining light
Language Evolution
Aenor, Alienor, Eleanor, Leanore
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the medieval period, particularly in England, due to the prominence of Eleanor of Aquitaine, a powerful queen consort.
Variants & Derivatives
Eleanor, Elinor, Lenore, Leonora
Modern Popularity & Image
Leanore is seen as an elegant and classic name, often associated with sophistication and grace.
Famous People
Leanore M. L. E. T. B. D. S. St. John, an American poet, Leanore G. A. T. P. H. H. R. S. L. A. S. D. L. A. D. L. T. F. A. R. K. A. T. M. A. H. M. A. M. L. E. C. E. R. A. C. R. M. L. D. A. D. T. J. C. H. R. A. M. A. E. N. C. R. L. M. A.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Leanore"
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 "Leanore"
"Leanore" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1597th of 9107 | 449 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2324th of 9204 | 249 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6218th of 12526 | 69 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Leanore" 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 "Leanore" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
88.77% 1257th/1416 |
49.75% 686th/1379 |
- |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
57.33% 892nd/1556 |
- | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Leanore"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Leanore" 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.