How Many People Are Named Eleonore?

Complete statistics for the name Eleonore: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Eleonore
Very Rare
Greek

Eleonore, a name with roots in Greek meaning 'noble', is incredibly rare, with only 1 in 812,285 Americans bearing it today. That's just 406 people in the United States! Interestingly, most Eleonores are over 60, giving the name a decidedly vintage feel.

~406
Living in US
1 in 812,285
Americans
1923
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Noble
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Noble Dignified Resolute
8
Life Path Number

Life path number 8 is often associated with leadership, authority, and material success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

66,154
Worldwide Bearers
#14,573
Global Rank
🇩🇪 Germany
42,032
🇦🇹 Austria
7,097
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
4,508
🇨🇲 Cameroon
2,955
🇫🇷 France
2,346
🇺🇸 United States
1,876
🇧🇯 Benin
945
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
613
🇨🇭 Switzerland
531
🇧🇫 Burkina Faso
368

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
406 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 76
314
Would be under 30 (29%)
42
Would be 30–60 (4%)
718
Would be over 60 (67%)

All 1,074 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1923

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
88
Classic Feel
86
Modern Appeal
34
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Eleonore Through the Generations

Eleonore has been a name that's seen its ups and downs over the decades. It peaked in popularity in 1923 with 33 births, but since then, it's become much less common. Today, there are 406 people named Eleonore living in the U.S., with a significant majority, about two-thirds, being over 60 years old. This age distribution paints a picture of a name that's cherished by older generations, though it's showing signs of resurgence among younger parents looking for a classic touch.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 69
Illinois 55
Michigan 52
California 20
Texas 11
Ohio 6

✨ Similar Names to Eleonore

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Eleonore's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Eleonore

How Many People Have the Name Eleonore?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 406 people in the United States currently share the name Eleonore. That works out to roughly 1 in every 812,285 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Eleonore a Common or Rare Name?

Eleonore is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Eleonore Mean?

Eleonore means "noble" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Eleonore in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Eleonore Most Popular?

The name Eleonore reached peak popularity in 1923, with 33 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Eleonore?

Approximately 406 people named Eleonore live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,074. That works out to roughly 1 in 812,285 Americans.

Is Eleonore a rare name?

Eleonore is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 812,285 Americans has this name.

What does the name Eleonore mean?

Eleonore means "noble" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Eleonore more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Eleonore are male and 100% are female.

When was Eleonore most popular?

Eleonore peaked in 1923 with 33 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US406
All-Time Births1,074
1 in X1 in 812,285
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age76
Peak Year1923
World Rank#14,573
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.