Eleanor
Eleanor is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “bright, shining one.” It currently ranks #14 for US girls and is rising.
Eleanor's popularity over time
↑ RisingSource: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.
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Whole, universal.
German
German · #2
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Free woman.
French
French · #3
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Frequently asked about Eleanor
What does the name Eleanor mean?
Eleanor means "Bright, shining one." and is of Greek origin.
Is Eleanor a boy or girl name?
Eleanor is most commonly used as a girl name in the United States.
How popular is the name Eleanor?
Eleanor ranked #14 for US girls in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been rising (peak rank #14).
How many syllables are in Eleanor?
Eleanor has 3 syllables and 7 letters.