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Eleonora
Light, God is light
Origin
GreekArabic
Used in
itesde
Origin and meaning of Eleonora
Eleonora has a debated origin: it likely reached Europe from Provence (Aliénor) and, by a widespread reading, echoes a phrase meaning 'God is my light'. Made famous by Eleanor of Aquitaine in the 12th century, it has never fallen out of favour. Found throughout Europe — Italy, Spain, Germany and the English-speaking world — it is loved for its aristocratic, musical elegance.
Variants around the world
How Eleonora sounds in other languages.
EleanorÉléonoreLeonorNora
Famous people
- Eleonora d'Aquitania— queen
- Eleonora Duse— actress
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