| Meaning | light |
| Origin | French, Greek |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | El-la-nor |
About Ellanor
Ellanor is a charming and timeless name for baby girls, rich in history and meaning. With origins in Old French and Greek, it embodies the idea of brightness and illumination. This name has a classic elegance that transcends generations.
One of the beautiful aspects of Ellanor is its versatility. It can be used as a full name or shortened to endearing nicknames like Ellie or Nora. This flexibility gives your child the option to choose what suits her best as she grows.
Furthermore, Ellanor has a connection to famous historical figures and beloved fictional characters, adding depth and character to the name. Whether you're drawn to its historical significance or its contemporary appeal, Ellanor is a name that will stand the test of time, making it a wonderful choice for your baby girl.
Nicknames for Ellanor
| Ella |
| Nora |
| Ellie |
| Nori |
| Elle |
Famous People Named Ellanor
| Ellanor C. Lawrence | American botanist and ecologist |
| Ellanor Notides | American biologist known for her research in cell biology |
| Ellanor Lawrence | American historian and author |
| Ellanor B. Folk | American composer and musician |
| Ellanor C. Campbell | American linguist and professor |
| Ellanor S. Lawrence | American artist and printmaker |
| Ellanor L. Walters | American writer and novelist |
| Ellanor P. Blount | American journalist and editor |
| Ellanor H. Washburn | American educator and author |
| Ellanor W. Cogswell | American nurse and humanitarian |
| Ellanor F. Abbott | American geologist and paleontologist |
| Ellanor R. Dobson | American chemist and researcher |
| Ellanor V. Campbell | American photographer and artist |
| Ellanor D. Gray | American mathematician and educator |
| Ellanor A. Lewis | American poet and writer |
| Ellanor M. Brown | American psychologist and researcher |
| Ellanor K. Mason | American physician and medical researcher |
| Ellanor E. Wright | American architect and designer |
| Ellanor G. Cooper | American astronomer and astrophysicist |
| Ellanor L. Foster | American pianist and composer |
Characters Named Ellanor
| Ellanor Dashwood | Character in Jane Austen's novel "Sense and Sensibility" |
| Ellanor Abernathy | Character in the TV series "Downton Abbey" |
| Ellanor Walker | Character in the movie "Pirates of the Caribbean - Dead Man's Chest" |
| Ellanor Swan | Character in the "Twilight" series by Stephenie Meyer |
| Ellanor Bennet | Character in the novel "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen |
| Ellanor Blackwood | Character in the novel "The Woman in White" by Wilkie Collins |
| Ellanor Stark | Character in George R.R. Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" series |
| Ellanor Clay | Character in the novel "Mansfield Park" by Jane Austen |
| Ellanor Lovett | Character in the musical "Sweeney Todd - The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" |
| Ellanor Rhee | Character in the video game "The Elder Scrolls V - Skyrim" |
| Ellanor Wren | Character in the TV series "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" |
| Ellanor Chase | Character in the novel "The Ghost and Mrs. Muir" by R.A. Dick |
| Ellanor Grey | Character in the novel "North and South" by Elizabeth Gaskell |
| Ellanor Parrish | Character in the TV series "Pretty Little Liars" |
| Ellanor Lewis | Character in the novel "That Hideous Strength" by C.S. Lewis |
| Ellanor Bennett | Character in the TV series "The Haunting of Hill House" |
| Ellanor Trask | Character in the TV series "Charmed" |
| Ellanor Higgins | Character in the novel "A Room with a View" by E.M. Forster |
| Ellanor Hastings | Character in the TV series "Outlander" |