Heloise
Meaning of Heloise
Heloise is a beautiful and sophisticated name for a baby girl. It has French origins and is pronounced as ayl-WAHZ (/e.lwa.z/) in French and HEHL-oh-eez (/hɛlˈoʊs/) in English. The name Heloise has variations, with Eloise being the most common alternative spelling.
Although not extremely popular, Heloise has been given to a consistent number of newborn girls in the United States over the years. In recent times, it has ranked around 8,000 to 13,000 in terms of occurrence. However, it's worth noting that popularity can vary by year and location.
Heloise carries historical associations as well. One notable figure with this name is Heloise d'Argenteuil, a French scholar who lived during the 12th century. She gained recognition for her intellectual pursuits and is particularly known for her tragic love affair with Peter Abelard, a prominent philosopher of the time.
If you're looking for an elegant and unique name with French origins, Heloise is an excellent choice for your baby girl. Its rich history and distinctive pronunciation make it stand out among other names.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as ayl-WAHZ (/e.lwa.z/)
English
- Pronunced as HEHL-oh-eez (/hɛlˈoʊs/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Heloise
| Ponce Kiah Marchelle Heloise Cruse Evans, known as Heloise, is an American writer and speaker known for her expertise in lifestyle tips and consumer issues. |
| Heloise Bowles Cruse was the original author of the popular syndicated newspaper column "Hints from Heloise." |
| Héloïse Durant Rose was an American poet, playwright, and critic. |
| Héloïse Suzanne Colin, also known as Héloïse Leloir, was a prominent painter and fashion illustrator during the Second French Empire. |
| Héloïse Guérin is a well-known French model. |
