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Elaine

Name Origin

Elaine is a feminine given name of French origin, derived from the name Hélène. It means 'light' or 'torch'.

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Famous People

Elaine Chao (1953-)

Politician, Businesswoman

  • First Asian American woman to serve in a U.S. President's Cabinet
  • Secretary of Transportation under President Donald Trump
  • Secretary of Labor under President George W. Bush

Elaine May (1932-)

Actress, screenwriter, director

  • Academy Award nominations for Best Original Screenplay (Heaven Can Wait and Primary Colors)
  • Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Play (The Way of the World)

Elaine Stritch (1925-2014)

Actress, singer

  • Tony Awards for Best Featured Actress in a Play (Bus Stop) and Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Musical (Elaine Stritch at Liberty)
  • Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or Movie (An Early Frost)

Similar Names

HélèneHelenaEllenHelenEleneEleanoraEleonoraEleanorElianaAileenAlana

Sibling Names

Arthur

Both Elaine and Arthur have Arthurian legend origins, creating a classic and timeless sibling pairing.

Beatrice

Both Elaine and Beatrice are elegant, feminine names with a vintage charm, sharing a similar style and era.

William

Elaine and William are both classic names that have stood the test of time, offering a balanced and traditional sibling combination.

Clara

Elaine and Clara share a similar soft, melodic sound, creating a harmonious and gentle sibling dynamic.