Eleonora Girl
Origin(s)
Italian; Greek; Latin
Meaning
Italian: light; Greek: shining light; Latin: the sun
Historical & Cultural Background
Eleonora is a name with roots in various cultures, including Italian and Greek. It has been used in royal families, particularly in medieval Europe. The name gained popularity in the Renaissance period and has remained in use across different countries.
Trend Summary
The name Eleonora has seen a steady but modest presence in the U.S. over the years.
Similar Names
Eleanor, Leonora, Elena, Nora, Alessandra, Eliana, Liora, Selena
Variants
- Leonora
- Eleanor
- Elinor
International Variants
- Eleanor (English)
- Leonor (Spanish)
- Eleonore (German)
- Elena (Spanish/Italian)
Famous people named Eleonora
Eleonora Duse was an Italian actress known for her contributions to the theater in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Eleonora of Aquitaine was a powerful queen consort of France and England in the 12th century.
Eleonora Pimentel de Fonseca was an Italian poet and journalist who played a significant role in the Neapolitan Revolution.
Eleonora H. P. de Almeida is a Brazilian artist recognized for her contemporary art installations.
Fictional characters named Eleonora
Eleonora is a character in the novel 'The Count of Monte Cristo' by Alexandre Dumas, known for her tragic love story.
Eleonora is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt', serving as a minor character in the narrative.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eleonora was first seen in the United States in 1882. Eleonora has ranked as high as #1291 nationally which occurred in 2024 and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Eleonora has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Eleonora (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 8 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| AZ | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 8 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1885 | 8 |
| 1886 | 9 |
| 1887 | 7 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1890 | 8 |
| 1891 | 8 |
| 1892 | 15 |
| 1893 | 8 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 9 |
| 1896 | 9 |
| 1897 | 10 |
| 1898 | 15 |
| 1899 | 13 |
| 1900 | 13 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1904 | 10 |
| 1905 | 11 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 9 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 10 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 22 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 22 |
| 1916 | 35 |
| 1917 | 22 |
| 1918 | 21 |
| 1919 | 20 |
| 1920 | 21 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 18 |
| 1925 | 14 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 13 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 33 |
| 2016 | 43 |
| 2017 | 31 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2019 | 48 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 55 |
| 2022 | 41 |
| 2023 | 52 |
| 2024 | 69 |