Find out how popular the first name Ellinore has been for the last 13 years (from 2010 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ellinore by gender

Based on the last 13 years of data, Ellinore is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ellinore.

The history of the first name Ellinore

The name Ellinore is a variant of the name Eleanor, which has its roots in the Occitan and Provençal dialects of southern France. The name is derived from the Germanic elements "alli" meaning "other" and "nor" meaning "vigor" or "honor". Together, the name can be interpreted as "foreign honor" or "strange honor".

The name Eleanor first appeared in historical records in the 12th century, when it was introduced to England by the ruling Norman-French nobility. One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name was Eleanor of Aquitaine (1122-1204), the influential Queen of France and later Queen of England. Her widespread fame helped popularize the name throughout Europe.

Another notable figure was Eleanor of Castile (1241-1290), the first wife of King Edward I of England. She was renowned for her bravery and accompanied her husband on military campaigns, earning her the nickname "the Pearl of Castile".

In the 14th century, Eleanor Bohun (1366-1399) was an English noblewoman who became the mistress and later wife of Thomas of Woodstock, the youngest son of King Edward III.

During the Italian Renaissance, Eleanor of Aragon (1450-1493) was a prominent figure as the wife of Ercole I d'Este, Duke of Ferrara. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her influence on the cultural life of Ferrara.

In more recent times, Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962) was a highly influential First Lady of the United States and a prominent author, speaker, and activist for human rights and social justice.

While the name Ellinore is a less common variant spelling, it shares the same rich history and meaning as Eleanor, reflecting the name's enduring popularity and cultural significance over the centuries.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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