Lenore Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lenore is a name of French origin, derived from 'Eleanor', which means 'light' or 'torch'. Its language evolution includes forms such as 'Aliénor' and 'Eleanor'. The name is known for its romantic qualities and gained historical popularity through literary references, particularly in the works of Edgar Allan Poe. It is not associated with biblical relevance. Today, Lenore is perceived as elegant and poetic, with notable figures in both literature and the arts bearing the name.
The name Lenore 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 MidWest 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, Lenore 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, 'Lenore' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 325th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 361st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 561st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1018th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3675th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6329th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2702nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lenore' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lenore"
Pronunciation
/lɪˈnɔːr/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Lenore is thought to be derived from the French name 'Eleanor', which itself has roots in the Provençal name 'Aliénor'. The name has evolved over time and is often associated with the meaning 'light' or 'torch'.
Meaning
light, torch
Language Evolution
Aliénor, Eleanor, Lenore
Historical Usage
The name Lenore gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly due to its use in literature, most notably in Edgar Allan Poe's poem 'The Raven', published in 1845.
Variants & Derivatives
Eleanor, Lena, Nora
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Lenore is viewed as a romantic and somewhat vintage name, often associated with beauty and elegance. It has a somewhat mysterious and poetic image due to its literary connections.
Famous People
Lenore Coffee, an American screenwriter, Lenore Kandel, a poet known for her contributions to the Beat Generation
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lenore"
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 "Lenore"
"Lenore" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 325th of 9107 | 7,040 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 361st of 9204 | 6,261 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 561st of 12526 | 5,275 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1018th of 19264 | 1,951 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3675th of 27321 | 424 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6329th of 35406 | 303 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2702nd of 30306 | 773 |
Regional Popularity of "Lenore" 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 "Lenore" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
16.17% 229th/1416 |
17.91% 247th/1379 |
35.04% 829th/2366 |
23.64% 270th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
17.66% 273rd/1546 |
14.20% 221st/1556 |
48.11% 1132nd/2353 |
24.31% 376th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
22.63% 504th/2227 |
13.79% 335th/2430 |
50.89% 1452nd/2853 |
22.95% 637th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
35.31% 1037th/2937 |
17.69% 616th/3483 |
46.96% 1652nd/3518 |
32.76% 1325th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
53.79% 2407th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
68.20% 4308th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
94.17% 4863rd/5164 |
- |
78.60% 5866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.46% 2130th/3984 |
70.69% 3172nd/4487 |
57.99% 3956th/6822 |
51.15% 3210th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lenore"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lenore" 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.