Eloise Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-oh-eez / ˈɛloʊizFrench; Germanic
Meaning
French: healthy; Germanic: wide
Historical & Cultural Background
Eloise is derived from the Old French name Héloïse, which is a form of the Germanic name Heilwiga. The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly due to the story of Héloïse and Abelard, a famous romantic tragedy. It has been used in various literary works and has maintained a presence in modern naming trends.
Trend Summary
Eloise has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Heloise
- Elouise
International Variants
- Eloïse (French)
- Eloisa (Spanish)
- Elisa (Italian)
Famous people named Eloise
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eloise was first seen in the United States in 1919. Eloise has ranked as high as #879 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Eloise has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Eloise
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |