Eleanor: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Meaning bright, shining one, a name that carries the grace of queens and the fire of trailblazers.
- Origin
- French
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #14
- Peak
- #14 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Eleanor Means
Eleanor is a girl name of French origin. Meaning bright, shining one, a name that carries the grace of queens and the fire of trailblazers.
How Popular Eleanor Is
Eleanor currently ranks #14 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #14 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Eleanor
- Eleanor Roosevelt remains one of the most admired First Ladies in American history.
- Eleanor of Aquitaine was one of the most powerful women of the medieval world.
- The name dipped for decades but has staged a remarkable comeback.
Names Like Eleanor
Other French names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Eleanor
French names that pair well as a brother or sister to Eleanor.
Questions About Eleanor
What does Eleanor mean?
Eleanor is a girl name of French origin. Meaning bright, shining one, a name that carries the grace of queens and the fire of trailblazers.
How popular is Eleanor?
Eleanor currently ranks #14 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #14 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Eleanor come from?
Eleanor comes from French roots. Eleanor Roosevelt remains one of the most admired First Ladies in American history.
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