Eleanor Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Eleanor Name at a Glance

Name	Eleanor
Meaning	A variant of Helen introduced into Britain in 12th century AD by King Henry II's wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine.
Origin	French
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Eleanor Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Eleanor means “A variant of Helen introduced into Britain in 12th century AD by King Henry II's wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Eleanor Name Origin

Our database records Eleanor under French origin. Browse more French baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Eleanor a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Eleanor is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Eleanor

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