Eleanor
girl name#12 in 2025Eleanor entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #12 in 2025, ranks #12 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1880–2025
#12
rank today
#12
peak (2025)
7,649
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #123 |
| 1890s | #104 |
| 1900s | #74 |
| 1910s | #34 |
| 1920s | #31 |
| 1930s | #48 |
| 1940s | #124 |
| 1950s | #253 |
| 1960s | #402 |
| 1970s | #609 |
| 1980s | #660 |
| 1990s | #518 |
| 2000s | #293 |
| 2010s | #83 |
| 2020s | #16 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Eleanor has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 147,000 people named Eleanor are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Eleanor alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Eleanor in 2025?
- Eleanor ranks #12 among US girl names in 2025, with 7,649 babies given the name.
- When was the name Eleanor most popular?
- Eleanor peaked in 2025, reaching #12 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Eleanor with classmates?
- Roughly 1 in 8 classrooms will have a Eleanor.
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