Name Profile
Eleanor
“Shining light” — French
GirlFrench4 syllablesCurrent rank #14 (2024)
About Eleanor
Graceful and historically rich, the French girl's name Eleanor sparkles with the beautiful meaning "shining light." This deeply sophisticated yet approachable choice carries a regal weight, offering modern parents a flawless balance of vintage charm and unwavering strength.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginFrench
Syllables4
Nicknames for Eleanor
EleaEleNorElieEly
Popularity in the U.S.
Eleanor ranks #14 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 7,127 births..
Eleanor popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Eleanor had 7,127 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 4,436 | #60 |
| 2016 | 5,136 | #41 |
| 2017 | 5,544 | #35 |
| 2018 | 5,721 | #32 |
| 2019 | 6,184 | #27 |
| 2020 | 6,335 | #22 |
| 2021 | 7,097 | #15 |
| 2022 | 6,925 | #16 |
| 2023 | 6,757 | #14 |
| 2024 | 7,127 | #14 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Eleanor Rose
- Eleanor Claire
- Eleanor June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Eleanor mean?
Eleanor is commonly linked to the meaning Shining light and is associated with French roots.
Is Eleanor a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Eleanor ranks #14 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 7,127 births..
What are common nicknames for Eleanor?
Popular nicknames include Elea, Ele, Nor, Elie, Ely.