Eleonore

English variation of French Provencal Alienor, meaning unknown

Eleonore Origin and Meaning

The name Eleonore is a girl's name of German origin.

Eleonore is a feminine name with Germanic origins, a variant of Eleanor, which derives from the Provençal name Aliénor, meaning 'other' or 'foreign.' This regal name has been carried by numerous European nobility throughout history, including queens and duchesses. The spelling 'Eleonore' is particularly common in French, German, and Scandinavian countries, giving it a continental sophistication. With its elegant four syllables and flowing sound, Eleonore offers a more elaborate alternative to the more common Eleanor or Ellie. The name exudes classic dignity and timeless grace while still allowing for cute nicknames like Nora, Lena, or Elle. Though not among the most popular names in English-speaking countries, Eleonore maintains steady appeal for parents seeking a name with historical depth and European charm.

Eleonore Rank in US Top 1000

# 881 in the US

Popularity of the name Eleonore

• 190 Canada 2023

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Famous People Named Eleonore

• Eleonore Magdalene Therese of Neuburg Holy Roman Empress
• Eleonore d'Esmier d'Olbreuse Duchess consort of Brunswick,Luneburg
• Eleonore Marguerre German soprano
• (Maria) Eleonore Princess of Liechtenstein
• Eleonore Juliane Princess of Brandenburg,Ansbach
• Eleonore Dorothea Princess of Anhalt,Dessau
• Eleonore Erdmuthe Louise Princess of Saxe,Eisenach, mother,in,law of King George II of Britain
• Eleonore Caroline Gasparine Louise Reuss of Kostritz tsaritsa,consort of Bulgaria
• Eleonore Maria Anna of Lowenstein Wertheim, Landgravine of Hesse,Rotenburg
• Eléonore Denuelle de La Plaigne mistress of Napoleon I of France
• Eleonore von Trapp daughter of Austrian singers Georg and Maria von Trapp (of "Sound of Music" fame)
• Éléonore Gosset French actress
• Eleonore Schwarz Austrian singer
• (Elisabeth) Eleonore Büning German journalist
• Eleonore Christine Eugenie Benita Feodora Maria, Princess of Schaumburg,Lippe
• Eléonore Fabiola Victoria Anne Marie Princess of Belgium (b. 2008), daughter of King Phillipe

The name Eleonore in Pop Culture

• Eleonore character in "The Kermesse in Bruges," ballet by August Bournonville