Rising since 1998, #3,249 for girls today.
Popularity of Elleanor since 1915
Babies named Elleanor per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 23 |
| 1930s | 6 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 9 |
| 2000s | 90 |
| 2010s | 293 |
| 2020s | 288 |
Meaning & origin
Elleanor is a spelling variant of the classic Eleanor, a name with medieval roots and enduring appeal. In the U.S., it was first recorded in 1915 and has seen a gradual rise in use since 1998. Its peak came in 2020, when it reached its highest rank to date. Though it remains rare (1 in 33,485 births in 2025), its upward trajectory suggests growing interest in this more ornate form. The name has not been recorded in any top states, indicating a scattered but consistent presence across the country. Elleanor fits within a trend of reviving vintage names with distinctive spellings, offering a fresh take on a traditional favorite.
Elleanor is a variant spelling of Eleanor, a name of uncertain origin. It may derive from the Old French name Alienor, possibly related to the Latin 'alia' meaning 'other'. The name was borne by Eleanor of Aquitaine (12th century), one of the most powerful women in medieval Europe. The spelling Elleanor appears as a modern respelling, first recorded in the United States in 1915.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ellie, Nora, Ella, Nell
Sibling names for Elleanor
Names that share Elleanor's style, for a brother or sister.
