| Meaning | bright, shining one |
| Origin | English, Greek, Italian, Spanish |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 5 |
| Syllabification | El-e-a-no-ra |
Eleanora is an elegant and timeless name with rich historical significance. Originating from the Greek name "Eleonora," which means "light" or "torch," it exudes a sense of illumination and wisdom. The name has traveled through various cultures and languages, adapting and flourishing in each one.
Parents who choose Eleanora for their baby girl are bestowing upon her a name associated with strength and brilliance. It carries an air of sophistication and charm, making it a perfect choice for parents seeking a name with a classic touch.
Additionally, Eleanora offers a variety of endearing nicknames like Ellie, Ella, Nora, and Nellie, providing personalization options that can grow with the child.
Throughout history, Eleanoras have left their mark on the world in various fields, including arts, politics, and literature, showcasing the name's enduring influence.
Choosing Eleanora for your little girl is like gifting her a timeless gem, one that will accompany her throughout life, reflecting her grace and brilliance as she illuminates the lives of those around her.
| Ellie |
| Nora |
| Ella |
| Lea |
| Eleanora Duse | Italian actress and theater icon |
| Eleanora Fagan | Billie Holiday - Renowned American jazz singer |
| Eleanora Sears | American athlete and socialite |
| Eleanora of Arborea | Sardinian judge and heroine |
| Eleanora E. Tate | African-American author and educator |
| Eleanora Lvovna | Russian princess and philanthropist |
| Eleanora I of Navarre | Queen consort of Aragon |
| Eleanora Gonzaga | Duchess of Urbino |
| Eleanora Antinova | Russian ballet dancer and choreographer |
| Eleanora E. "Nellie" Tayloe Ross | American politician and governor |
| Eleanora Kennedy | British fashion designer |
| Eleanora Scavoni | Brazilian poet and writer |
| Eleanora C. Wylie | American poet and author |
| Eleanora Hutton | American socialite and philanthropist |
| Eleanora Randolph Sears | American tennis player and equestrian |
| Eleanora F. Tate | African-American author and educator |
| Eleanora P. E. Garrett | American astronomer |
| Eleanora L. Sturgill | American botanist and educator |
| Eleanora Dzięciołowska | Polish pianist |
| Eleanora M. Tate | African-American author |
| Eleanora Dashwood | Character from Jane Austen's "Sense and Sensibility" |
| Eleanora "Nell" Trent | From Charles Dickens' "The Old Curiosity Shop" |
| Eleanora "Ellie" Arroway | Protagonist in Carl Sagan's novel "Contact" |
| Eleanora "Nora" Walker | Character from the TV series "Brothers & Sisters" |
| Eleanora "Ellie" Nash | From the TV series "Degrassi - The Next Generation" |
| Eleanora "Ellie" Bartowski | From the TV series "Chuck" |
| Eleanora Poe | From Lemony Snicket's "A Series of Unfortunate Events" |
| Eleanora "Nora" Montgomery | Character from TV series "American Horror Story" |
| Eleanora "Nell" Crain | From the TV series "The Haunting of Hill House" |
| Eleanora "Ellie" Miller | From the TV series "Broadchurch" |
| Eleanora "Nora" Gainesborough | From the TV series "True Blood" |
| Eleanora "Nora" Fanshaw | Character in Agatha Christie's "Dead Man's Folly" |
| Eleanora "Nell" Sweetzer | From the movie "The Last Exorcism" |
| Eleanora "Nora" Helmer | From Henrik Ibsen's play "A Doll's House" |
| Eleanora "Nora" Dearly | From the novel "The Reformed Vampire Support Group" |
| Eleanora "Nora" Clegg | Character in Dorothy L. Sayers' "Murder Must Advertise" |
| Eleanora "Nell" Gwynn | Character in the play "Nell Gwynn" by Jessica Swale |
| Eleanora "Nora" Krank | From the movie "Christmas with the Kranks" |
| Eleanora "Ellie" Andrews | From the movie "It Happened One Night" |
| Eleanora "Nora" Charles | From Dashiell Hammett's "The Thin Man" series |