Eleanor
boy name#12008 in 2025Eleanor entered the US charts in 1906, peaked at #946 in 1908, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1906–2025
#12008
rank today
#946
peak (1908)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1100 |
| 1910s | #2135 |
| 1920s | #1821 |
| 1930s | #1650 |
| 1940s | #2220 |
| 1950s | #3143 |
| 1980s | #6229 |
| 2000s | #12491 |
| 2010s | #10956 |
| 2020s | #10721 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Eleanor are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Eleanor alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 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 #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Eleanor most popular?
- Eleanor peaked in 1908, reaching #946 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Eleanor with classmates?
- Eleanor will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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