Lenora
Lenora is a girl name of Greek origin meaning “Light, shining one”, pronounced leh-NOR-ah. It ranked #539 in the United States in 2025, given to 562 babies, and peaked at #183 in 1881. Common nicknames: Nora, Lenny, Nellie.
How popular is Lenora in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Lenora mean, and where does it come from?
Lenora is a variant of Leonora, itself the Italian form of Eleanor, which came into English with Eleanor of Aquitaine and is traditionally read through the Greek for light. Edgar Allan Poe used Lenore twice, in the poem of that name and in The Raven, which fixed the sound in American ears as something slightly haunted. The name stood at 183rd place in 1881, spent a century out of use and is climbing steeply now with Eleanor, Nora and Elowen.
How is Lenora used around the world?
Lenora is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 2+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Lenora?
Famous People Named Lenora
- Lenora Crichlow — British actress
- Lenora Fulani — American psychologist and political activist
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Lenora mean?
Lenora is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Light, shining one." Lenora is a variant of Leonora, itself the Italian form of Eleanor, which came into English with Eleanor of Aquitaine and is traditionally read through the Greek for light. Edgar Allan Poe used Lenore twice, in the poem of that name and in The Raven, which fixed the sound in American ears as something slightly haunted.
How do you pronounce Lenora?
Lenora is pronounced leh-NOR-ah. Common variations include Leonora, Lenore, Eleanora.
Is Lenora a girl name?
Yes, Lenora is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Nora, Lenny, Nellie.