Girl · 265th of 9,107
Eleanore
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
18,567
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1921
Peak Popularity Year
768
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Eleanore stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Eleanore originates from Greek and is linked to the name Helen, meaning light or torch. It evolved from Helen to Aliénor and eventually to Eleanore. The name is associated with elegance and has historical significance through figures like Eleanor of Aquitaine. It does not have a biblical background.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛlɪnɔːr/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Eleanore is derived from the Old Provençal name 'Aliénor,' which is believed to have roots in the Greek name 'Helen,' meaning 'torch' or 'light.'
Meaning
light, torch
Language Evolution
Helen, Aliénor, Eleanore, Eleanor
Historical Usage
The name Eleanore gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in the 12th century, due to the influence of Eleanor of Aquitaine, a powerful figure in medieval Europe.
Variants & Derivatives
Eleanor, Elinor, Leonora
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Eleanore is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with sophistication and grace.
Famous People
Eleanore Roosevelt, Eleanore Duse
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 768 peak births in 1921
Geographic Spread
Popular across 36 US states, with strongest presence in Wisconsin
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 8 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 265th of 9107 | 10,861 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 459th of 9204 | 4,175 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1584th of 12526 | 829 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4285th of 19264 | 219 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5305th of 27321 | 255 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3743rd of 35406 | 613 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1995th of 30306 | 1,193 |