Eleanor
Meaning: Bright, shining one; the other Aenor
Origin: Old French Aliénor — possibly from the Occitan alin (other) + aenor (a Frankish personal name meaning honor)
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #222
Total births: 1,657
History: Eleanor surged in the 2010s as vintage names returned to Australian favor. The name's three syllables carry regal weight. Eleanor represents Australian parents choosing substantial names in an age of abbreviation.
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| Current rank (2025) | #31 |
| Babies named Eleanor in 2025 | 169 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,657 |
| Peak year | 2025 (169 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #31 |
| Years in records | 2014–2025 (12 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 14 spots |
Frequently asked about Eleanor
What does the name Eleanor mean?
Eleanor means “Bright, shining one; the other Aenor” from Old French Aliénor — possibly from the Occitan alin (other) + aenor (a Frankish personal name meaning honor) roots.
What is the origin of the name Eleanor?
Eleanor has Old French Aliénor — possibly from the Occitan alin (other) + aenor (a Frankish personal name meaning honor) origin. The traditional meaning is “Bright, shining one; the other Aenor”.
How popular is Eleanor in Australia?
Eleanor ranked #31 in Australia in 2025 — given to 169 babies that year.
When was Eleanor most popular?
Eleanor peaked in 2025 with 169 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Eleanor a boy or girl name?
Eleanor is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Eleanors in registered births are female.
Is the name Eleanor rising or falling in popularity?
Eleanor has risen 14 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #45 in 2020 to #31 in 2025.
How long has Eleanor been recorded in Australia?
Eleanor appears in birth records in Australia across 12 years — from 2014 through 2025.