Find out how popular the first name Elleanore has been for the last 2 years (from 2019 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Elleanore by gender

Based on the last 2 years of data, Elleanore is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Elleanore.

The history of the first name Elleanore

Elleanore is a feminine given name derived from the Old French form of the Germanic name Alia or Alia, meaning "other" or "foreign." The name first emerged in France during the Middle Ages and later spread to other parts of Europe.

The earliest recorded use of the name Elleanore dates back to the 12th century, when it was borne by a French noblewoman named Elleanore de Provence. In the 13th century, another notable bearer of the name was Elleanore de Montfort, the daughter of Simon de Montfort, a French nobleman who played a significant role in the Barons' War against King Henry III of England.

One of the most famous historical figures named Elleanore was Elleanore of Aquitaine (1122-1204), a powerful and influential figure in medieval Europe. She was the Duchess of Aquitaine and later became the Queen of France and England through her marriages to Louis VII of France and Henry II of England, respectively. Elleanore was known for her patronage of the arts and her involvement in the Second Crusade.

Another prominent Elleanore in history was Elleanore of Castile (1241-1290), the wife of King Edward I of England. She was known for her influence on her husband's policies and her role in the construction of several churches and abbeys in England.

In the 16th century, the name Elleanore was borne by Elleanore of Austria (1498-1558), a German princess who became the Queen of Portugal and later the Queen of France through her marriages to King Manuel I of Portugal and King Francis I of France, respectively.

Other notable historical figures named Elleanore include Elleanore Roosevelt (1884-1962), the longest-serving First Lady of the United States and a prominent advocate for civil rights and social reforms, and Elleanore Rigby, the subject of the famous song "Eleanor Rigby" by The Beatles.

The name Elleanore has undergone various spellings throughout history, including Eleanor, Elinor, Eleonore, and Ellinor, among others. While its popularity has fluctuated over time, it remains a timeless and elegant name with a rich historical background.

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