Heloise

HEL-oh-weez

French from German

"healthy; wide"

Heloise Origin and Meaning

The name Heloise is a girl's name of French origin meaning "healthy; wide".

Heloise is an ancient name related to sleek, peppy classic Eloise. Both ultimately derive from the Germanic name Helewidis, which became Helewis in medieval England. In the twelfth century, the name was borne by the beloved of the French philosopher Pierre Abelard, who was considered to be one of the most learned women of the Middle Ages.

Most familiar to Americans as the author of Household Hints, Heloise is ready to reclaim its fashion status.

Popularity of the name Heloise

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Famous People Named Heloise

• Heloise mononymous American writer and columnist
• Heloise Guerin b. 1989, French model
• Heloise Letissier French singer,songwriter known as Christine and the Queens

The name Heloise in Pop Culture

• Heloise from the movie "Ripley Under Ground"