Eleanor

Name:

Eleanor

Pronounced: EL-eh-nor

Variations: Eleanora, Leonora, Lenore, Ellie, Nora

Origin:

English

Meaning:

Eleanor is a name that comes from the Old French name "Aliénor." It is composed of two elements: "alién," which means "foreign" or "other," and "nor," which means "advice" or "counsel." Therefore, the name Eleanor can be interpreted to mean "foreign advisor" or "stranger counselor."

Popularity:

leanor is a popular name in many English-speaking countries, including the United States, where it ranks #28 in 2021. It also ranks highly in England and Wales (#7 in 2020) and Canada (#17 in 2020).

Did you know?

Eleanor Roosevelt, the wife of U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, was a prominent diplomat, activist, and writer. She was a strong advocate for civil rights, women's rights, and human rights. Eleanor of Aquitaine was a powerful queen who ruled over much of France and England in the 12th century. She was married to King Henry II of England and was the mother of several prominent rulers, including King Richard the Lionheart.

Famous namesakes:

Eleanor Tomlinson is an English actress who is best known for her role in the television series "Poldark." She was born in London, England in 1992.

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