Eleonora

Meaning of Eleonora

Originating from Italian, the name Eleonora is a beautiful choice for a baby girl. It can also be spelled as Eleanor or Eleanora. In American English, it is pronounced as el-ee-uh-NOR-uh (/ˌɛ.li.əˈnɔr.ə/), while in Italian, it is pronounced as eh-leh-o-NO-ra (/eleoˈnora/). The name Eleonora has a rich history and royal associations, evoking elegance and grace. It has been used for centuries and has remained popular over time. In recent years, the name Eleonora has ranked consistently among the top 500 names for newborn girls in the United States. With its timeless charm and international appeal, Eleonora is an excellent choice for parents seeking a sophisticated and unique name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

Italian

  • Pronunced as eh-leh-o-NO-ra (/eleoˈnora/)

American English

  • Pronunced as el-ee-uh-NOR-uh (/ˌɛ.li.əˈnɔr.ə/)

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Notable People Named Eleonora

Eleonora Gonzaga was a prominent figure in European royalty, serving as Holy Roman Empress, German Queen, and Queen consort of Hungary and Bohemia.
Eleonora Duse - Eleonora Giulia Amalia Duse, known as Duse, was a highly acclaimed Italian actress renowned for her intense and authentic performances on stage.
Eleonora Fonseca Pimentel - Eleonora Anna Maria Felice de Fonseca Pimentel was an Italian poet and revolutionary involved in the Neapolitan revolution and the short-lived Neapolitan Republic of 1799.
Eleonora Kruger - Eleonora Albertova Krüger (Nora) was a Russian woman speculated to be Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna of Russia, who lived in the village of Gabarevo, Bulgaria.
Eleonora Tennant - Eleonora Elisa Fiaschi Tennant was an Australian political activist known for her involvement in far-right politics and her controversial views on anti-Semitism.
Ulrika Eleonora Säfström was a renowned Swedish stage actress known for her compelling performances in dramatic and operetta roles.
Eleonora Abbagnato is an Italian ballet dancer, model, and actress who served as Étoile at the Paris Opera Ballet from 2013 to 2021.
Eleonora De Angelis is an Italian voice actress known for her work in dubbing animated films and television series.
Eleonora Ernestina von Daun, Marquise of Pombal, was the second wife of Portuguese statesman Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo, 1st Marquis of Pombal.
Eleonora Wexler is an award-winning Argentine actress who began her career at the age of nine in the Argentine version of the musical Annie.
Eleonora Cassano is a renowned Argentine ballet dancer and teacher, famous for her partnership with Julio Bocca since 1989.
Eleonora Carrillo is a Salvadoran model and beauty pageant titleholder who represented her country at the 44th edition of the Miss Universe pageant in Windhoek, Namibia.
Eleonora Vandi is an Italian middle-distance runner specializing in the 800 meters.
Eleonora De Paolis is an accomplished Italian paracanoeist, earning medals at senior levels in World and European Championships.
Eleonora Pedron is an Italian model and actress, crowned Miss Italia 2002, known for her work in TV series Donna Detective.
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