| Meaning | star sun |
| Origin | French, Greek |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | El-a-nor |
About Elanor
Distinguished and literary, this spelling variation carries particular resonance for those familiar with classic literature and fantasy. The single 'l' sets it apart from the more common Eleanor, creating distinction while maintaining the name's timeless appeal. Elanor possesses an old-world elegance that never goes out of style, evoking images of grace, intelligence, and quiet dignity. The name has traveled through centuries, adapting and enduring while maintaining its essential character. Its length provides gravitas and formality when needed, while natural nicknames like Ella, Nora, or Ellie offer everyday accessibility. Elanor works beautifully across cultural contexts, recognized and respected internationally. It suggests someone thoughtful and cultured, with depth of character and strength of conviction. The name's classical roots provide a sense of heritage and continuity, connecting your daughter to a long tradition of remarkable women who've carried similar names through history.
Nicknames for Elanor
| Ela |
| Ellie |
| Nora |
| Nori |
Famous People Named Elanor
| Elanor Roosevelt | Former First Lady of the United States and social activist |
| Elanor Catton | New Zealand author and winner of the Man Booker Prize |
| Elanor McEvoy | Irish singer-songwriter and musician |
| Elanor Wylie | American poet and writer |
| Elanor Gardner | Noted marine biologist and conservationist |
| Elanor Iselin | American neuroscientist and researcher |
| Elanor Engle | Canadian Olympic swimmer |
| Elanor Bolling | British actress and stage performer |
| Elanor Smith | American aviation pioneer and pilot |
| Elanor May | Australian politician and senator |
| Elanor Davis | Renowned landscape painter |
| Elanor Reed | British mathematician and educator |
| Elanor Byrne | Irish actress and director |
| Elanor Clark | American entrepreneur and founder of a tech company |
| Elanor Mora | Spanish fashion designer |
| Elanor Moray | Scottish historian and academic |
| Elanor Taylor | Canadian environmentalist and activist |
| Elanor Holmes | Australian lawyer and human rights advocate |
| Elanor Park | South Korean actress and model |
| Elanor Chan | Hong Kong-born businesswoman and CEO |
Characters Named Elanor
| Elanor Gamgee | Character in J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" series |
| Elanor Dashwood | Character in Jane Austen's novel "Sense and Sensibility" |
| Elanor Rigby | Inspired the song by The Beatles |
| Elanor Lamb | Character in the video game "BioShock 2" |
| Elanor Vance | Character in the novel "The Haunting of Hill House" by Shirley Jackson |
| Elanor Hennessy | Character in the TV series "The West Wing" |
| Elanor Potter | Character in the fanfiction "Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality" |
| Elanor Griffith | Character in the novel "The Accidental" by Ali Smith |
| Elanor Hinton | Character in the novel "White Teeth" by Zadie Smith |
| Elanor Plunkett | Character in the novel "The Secret Scripture" by Sebastian Barry |
| Elanor Phipps | Character in the film "The Philadelphia Story" |
| Elanor Langston | Character in the TV series "Bones" |
| Elanor Dove | Character in the novel "The Messenger" by Markus Zusak |
| Elanor Hallowell | Character in the novel "The Last Battle" by C.S. Lewis |
| Elanor Berry | Character in the novel "Gilead" by Marilynne Robinson |
| Elanor Butterfield | Character in the film "The Notebook" |
| Elanor Riggs | Character in the TV series "Fringe" |
| Elanor Novak | Character in the film "Lucky Them" |
| Elanor McKay | Character in the novel "The Natural Way of Things" by Charlotte Wood |
| Elanor Crisp | Character in the TV series "Heartbeat" |