Elinor
EL-in-or
Popularity
#1502
Letters
6
Syllables
3
Origin
Greek
Total Births
21,496
Peak Year
#656 in 1920
First Recorded
1880
Style
Classic & Timeless, Vintage
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Elinor is a variant of Eleanor, of uncertain origin but possibly derived from the Greek 'eleos' meaning 'compassion'.
Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Elinor Glyn
British novelist and screenwriter.
Elinor Fair
American actress of the silent film era
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