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Name Origin

Eleanor is a feminine given name of French origin, derived from the Occitan name Aliénor. It means 'light' or 'bright one'. Eleanor was popularized by several queens of England and France, notably Eleanor of Aquitaine.

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Famous People

Eleanor Catton (1985-)

Novelist and short story writer

  • Won the Man Booker Prize for her novel 'The Luminaries' at age 28, making her the youngest winner ever.

Eleanor Roosevelt (1884-1962)

Human rights activist, diplomat, and First Lady of the United States

  • Chair of the UN Commission on Human Rights
  • Championed social justice causes, including civil rights and women's rights