Eleanor

/ˈɛlənɔːr/ noun

Definition

a female given name with a long historical tradition, notably borne by queens and notable women.

Etymology

From Old French 'Aliénor,' possibly derived from Germanic 'Ala-' meaning 'all' combined with 'honored.' The name became famous through Eleanor of Aquitaine and Eleanor Roosevelt.

Kelly Says

Eleanor Roosevelt transformed what it meant to be a First Lady by holding her own press conferences and advocating for civil rights—she showed that a name attached to a powerful person could inspire generations.

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