Eloise

Name:

Eloise

Pronounced: EL-oh-eez or el-o-WEEZ

Variations: Eloisa, Elouise, Heloise

Origin:

French

Meaning:

Eloise is derived from the Old French name "Heloise," which is from the Germanic name "Helewidis," meaning "healthy" or "wide." Eloise was the name of a famous 12th-century French scholar and writer, Heloise d'Argenteuil, who was known for her love affair with Peter Abelard.

Popularity:

Eloise is a popular name in the United States and is also gaining popularity in the United Kingdom and Australia. It has been in the top 1000 names for girls in the United States since 2009.

Did you know?

Eloise is the name of a popular children's book series by Kay Thompson. Additionally, Eloise Hawking is a character in the television series "Lost."

Famous namesakes:

Eloise Mumford is an American actress known for her roles in the television series "The River" and the film "Fifty Shades of Grey." Eloise Greenfield is an American author and poet who has written several children's books.

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