Eleanora
Eleanora is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Bright, shining one, or light; uncertain root related to Aliénor.
Origin and history
Eleanora is a variant of Eleanor, which originates from the Old French name Aaliénor. It traces back to the Provençal name Aliénor, likely meaning 'other Aenor' or linked to the Greek Helen, meaning 'bright' or 'shining one'. In the United States, it enjoyed classic usage in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and has seen a mild resurgence in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
8,322 babies in the United States have been named Eleanora since 1880. It ranks #1832 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #913.
States where it is most popular
- NY (13.4 %)
- PA (11.1 %)
- OH (8.4 %)
- IL (5.9 %)
- MD (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 133 |
| 1890-1900 | 280 |
| 1900-1910 | 381 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,156 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,313 |
| 1930-1940 | 692 |
| 1940-1950 | 353 |
| 1950-1960 | 261 |
| 1960-1970 | 142 |
| 1970-1980 | 63 |
| 1980-1990 | 57 |
| 1990-2000 | 82 |
| 2000-2010 | 249 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,527 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,633 |
Famous people named Eleanora
- Eleanora Fagan: Singer, Songwriter
Nicknames
Nora, Ellie, Ella, Norie
Fun facts
- Legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday was born Eleanor Fagan, but her formal given name is often associated with the historic variant Eleanora.
- The name entered English through Eleanor of Aquitaine, who brought the Provençal name Aliénor to the English court in the 12th century.