Eleanor

Eleanor is an Old French name, Aliénor, brought to England by Eleanor of Aquitaine in the twelfth century, though its deeper roots are debated; it may derive from the Old Provençal form of the Germanic name Aenor, or it may represent a variant of Helen, itself from Greek Helene, meaning torch or bright one. Eleanor of Aquitaine, queen consort of both France and England, made the name widely known and prestigious throughout medieval Europe. It remained a favorite among European royalty and nobility for centuries, borne by queens of England, Castile, and Portugal. Related forms include Eleonora, Eleonore, Eléonore, Leonora, and Nora.