NAME PROFILE

Lenora

Lenora is a name of Arabic origin meaning 'light' or 'shining one.' It evokes a sense of brightness and positivity, often associated with individuals who bring warmth and enlightenment to those around them.

Key Stats

Total births37,089
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1924
Peak generationG.I. Gen
First recorded1910
Most recent2025
Syllables3
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 21%TX — 21%NY — 21%FL — 19%OH — 18%

Notable People

Lenora Crichlow (Actress, *Being Human*) · Lenora Pruitt (Author, *Letters of a Woman Homesteader*) · Lenora Oppenheimer (Philanthropist, community activist) · Lenora B. McCauley (Artist and educator) · Lenora D. M. McCulloch (Political activist and writer)

Similar Names

Compare Lenora

Get the full Name Scout experience on mobile

Swipe through names with your partner, run AI-powered name analysis, track tournaments, and sync favorites across devices. 33,000+ names with SSA data from 1910 to 2025.