Eleanora
First Name Meaning, Usage, Popularity & Related Names
Eleanora is a Greek name meaning “light”. It is a common name, overwhelmingly used for girls, with 100% female usage.
Meaning & Origin of the name Eleanora
Eleanora is a classic and elegant name with rich historical roots, stemming from Greek, Old French (French), and Germanic origins. It means "light," "bright," or "shining one."
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Gender Usage of the Name Eleanora
Overall Gender Classification Methodology
Eleanora is overwhelmingly used as a name for girls. Approximately 100% of recorded bearers are female. This classification is supported by extensive records and is considered highly reliable.
Popularity of the Name Eleanora
Note: Green bars show popularity (% of births); the violet line shows historical ranking. Data is based on official government birth records. Click any chart to view details by year and region.
Overall PopularityMethodology
Eleanora is listed under Common Girl Names worldwide. Its popularity is relatively consistent across the available regional markets.
| Region | Popularity | Birth Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Common | 1 in every 23K births |
| United Kingdom | Common | 1 in every 181K births |
| Canada | Popular | 1 in every 33K births |
| Australia | Common | 1 in every 401K births |
Ranking OverviewMethodology
Eleanora ranked #993 on the Popular Girls’ Names Worldwide List (2025). It rose from #1,321 in 2024 — an improvement of 328 places. Eleanora is showing upward momentum and gaining recognition.
Historically, its best recorded position was #485 in 1916. Its lowest recorded position was #11,347 in 2009. Over the last 5 years (2020–2025) the name rose 724 places (from #1,717 to #993).
Characteristics of the Name Eleanora
Pronunciation & StructureMethodology
- Phonetic Source
- CMU
- Syllables
- 4 syllables — Four-Syllable Girl Names
- Length
- 8 letters — Long Girl Names
- Starts with
- E — Girl Names Starting with E
- Ends with
- a — Girl Names Ending in “a”
Name AestheticMethodology
Eleanora encompasses four syllables with a complex stress pattern that exudes a formal, rhythmic grace. This length and cadence define its Elegant & Timeless aesthetic. The name evokes historical associations with noble figures such as Eleanor of Aquitaine, providing it with a sense of enduring stature.
Middle Names For Eleanora
Middle names used with EleanoraMethodology
Eleanora is most frequently used with these girl middle names: Eleanora Grace · Eleanora Ann · Eleanora Giovanna · Eleanora Hattie · Eleanora WellmonView all 20 girl middle names.
Middle name suggestions for EleanoraMethodology
Based on observed first-middle-name pattern combinations, Eleanora is most frequently associated with girl middle names that have Strong stress pattern, 5 letters, and a starting sound of “m”.
Examples: Eleanora Moore · Eleanora Mills · Eleanora Marsh · Eleanora Marks · Eleanora Moose. View all 101 suggested middle names.
Names Similar to Eleanora
Sound Like Eleanora Finder
Names with the exact same overall pronunciation and sound: Eleanor · Elinor · Elnora · View all 43 names
Same Starting Sound Finder
Names that begin with a similar phonetic sound: Emily · Emma · Evelyn · View all Top 100 names
Rhymes With Eleanora Finder
Names that share similar ending sounds and rhymes: Patricia · Linda · Barbara · View all Top 100 names
Same Rhythm & Syllables Finder
Names with matching syllable stress and pronunciation rhythm: Isabella · Alexandra · Adriana · View all Top 100 names
More Info
How to Spell Eleanora in ASL
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