Elora
Elora is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Sun ray, shining light, or God is my light.
Origin and history
Elora is a feminine name often considered a variation of Eleanor, from the Greek meaning 'sun ray' or 'shining light', or linked to the Hebrew phrase El-ora meaning 'God is my light'. It has gained significant modern popularity in the United States, partly influenced by pop culture. Recent birth trends show a modern rise, making it an increasingly popular choice for parents looking for a melodic, traditional-sounding name.
Popularity in the United States
8,811 babies in the United States have been named Elora since 1880. It ranks #1784 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #450.
States where it is most popular
- CA (12.9 %)
- TX (11.4 %)
- FL (6.3 %)
- NY (5.3 %)
- WA (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 50 |
| 1920-1930 | 88 |
| 1930-1940 | 38 |
| 1940-1950 | 51 |
| 1950-1960 | 32 |
| 1960-1970 | 23 |
| 1970-1980 | 13 |
| 1980-1990 | 133 |
| 1990-2000 | 620 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,041 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,656 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,061 |
Famous people named Elora
- Elora Hardy: Designer, Architect
Nicknames
Ellie, Lora, Lorie, El
Fun facts
- The name gained widespread cultural recognition from the infant princess character Elora Danan in the 1988 fantasy film Willow.
- Nearly half of all recorded U.S. births for the name Elora since 1880 have occurred in the last five years alone.