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Eleonor

el-ee-uh-NOR

Popularity

#3176

rising

Letters

7

Syllables

3

Origin

Greek

Total Births

725

Peak Year

#50 in 2024

First Recorded

1909

Style

Classic & Timeless, Royal & Regal

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A variant of Eleanor, which has debated origins. It's often linked to the Greek 'eleos,' meaning 'compassion,' or the Hebrew 'Eliora,' meaning 'God is my light.'

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Eleanor Roosevelt

    Former First Lady of the United States

  • Eleanor Coppola

    American documentary filmmaker, writer, and artist

Nicknames

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Personality Traits

CompassionateIntelligentGracefulWise

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