Elenora
Elenora is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Light or bright; possibly related to 'other' or 'foreign' via Germanic roots.
Origin and history
Elenora is a spelling variant of Eleanor, ultimately derived from the Provençal name Aliénor or the Greek name Helen. Historically used in the English-speaking world, it offers an Italianate or classic aesthetic. In the United States, it remains a uncommon but steady choice for parents seeking an alternative to the traditional Eleanor.
Popularity in the United States
3,661 babies in the United States have been named Elenora since 1880. It ranks #2916 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1869.
States where it is most popular
- LA (21.5 %)
- TX (20.3 %)
- PA (12.8 %)
- OH (9.9 %)
- MD (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 116 |
| 1890-1900 | 248 |
| 1900-1910 | 333 |
| 1910-1920 | 714 |
| 1920-1930 | 826 |
| 1930-1940 | 416 |
| 1940-1950 | 238 |
| 1950-1960 | 155 |
| 1960-1970 | 78 |
| 1970-1980 | 31 |
| 1980-1990 | 17 |
| 1990-2000 | 7 |
| 2000-2010 | 29 |
| 2010-2019 | 221 |
| 2020-2029 | 232 |
Famous people named Elenora
- Elenora Sears: Tennis Player, Athlete
Nicknames
Nora, Ellie, Ella, Norie
Fun facts
- Elenora developed as an phonetic spelling variant of Eleanor and Eleanora, standardizing the 'el-e-' vowel sound.
- While never as common as Eleanor, Elenora has seen moderate continued usage in the U.S. across multiple decades.