Eleanore
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 United Kingdom: #3747
Total births: 144
History: Eleanore has graced parish registers across England and Wales for centuries. The name evokes fish and chips by the seaside and the joy of a bank holiday. It captures the optimism of a new generation of children in England and Wales.
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| Current rank (2024) | #3695 |
| Babies named Eleanore in 2024 | 6 |
| Total recorded in the United Kingdom | 144 |
| Peak year | 1996 (20 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #1005 |
| Years in records | 1996–2024 (23 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Eleanore
What does the name Eleanore mean?
Eleanore 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 Eleanore?
Eleanore 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 Eleanore in the United Kingdom?
Eleanore ranked #3695 in the United Kingdom in 2024 — given to 6 babies that year.
When was Eleanore most popular?
Eleanore peaked in 1996 with 20 babies registered that year in the United Kingdom.
Is Eleanore a boy or girl name?
Eleanore is predominantly a girls' name in the United Kingdom — over 90% of Eleanores in registered births are female.
How long has Eleanore been recorded in the United Kingdom?
Eleanore appears in birth records in the United Kingdom across 23 years — from 1996 through 2024.