NAME PROFILE
Leonore
Leonore is a name of Greek origin meaning 'light' or 'torch.' It embodies brightness and warmth, often associated with individuals who are inspiring and uplifting. Those named Leonore are seen as strong, creative, and capable of bringing light into the lives of others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,313 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1928 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 1964 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | German, Italian, Spanish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
NY — 52%PA — 25%IL — 12%CA — 8%NJ — 4%
Notable People
Leonore Annenberg (Philanthropist) · Leonore de Guzman (Filipino actress) · Leonore Carrington (Surrealist artist) · Leonore Fleischer (American writer and director) · Leonore O'Neill (Irish politician)
Nicknames & Diminutives
LeoNoraLeni
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