Eleanor
Girl name · 1,831 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Eleanor: 1,831 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 56 births in 1982.
The name Eleanor is widely thought to derive from the Old Provençal name Aliénor, likely meaning 'the other Aenor,' though it is also frequently linked to the Greek Helen, meaning 'torch' or 'light.' One of the most famous bearers was Eleanor of Aquitaine, the powerful 12th-century queen of England and France. In more recent history, Eleanor Roosevelt, the American first lady and human rights advocate, carried the name with great distinction. The Eleanor Crosses, erected by King Edward I to mark the funeral route of his queen, Eleanor of Castile, remain a historic landmark in England. In Scotland, the variants Elinor and Ellen have long been cherished, and the name has consistently ranked among the top choices for girls, reflecting its timeless elegance.
Girl 52 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 198256 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #11638 babies
- Total births
- 1,831since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y