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Eloise

/ el-oh-EEZ /
Girl French 2 syllables
Meaning
Eloise means Of debated origin, often “healthy, wide” (French).
Gender
Girl
Origin
French
Pronunciation
el-oh-EEZ
Popularity
#49 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Eloise in the US, 1880–2025
18801900192019401960198020002020

Eloise first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2025, when 4,251 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 4,251.

Source: US Social Security Administration.

Is Eloise popular?

Near its peak Eloise is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.

US babies given the name Eloise, by decade
2020s 18,040
2010s 12,235
2000s 1,573
1990s 359
1980s 314
1970s 429
1960s 1,305
1950s 3,676
1940s 5,883
1930s 7,469
1920s 11,922
1910s 7,071
1900s 1,540
1890s 641
1880s 242

Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.

What does Eloise mean?

A French name of debated roots, linked to Germanic elements for “healthy,” “wide” or “famous.”

Nicknames for Eloise

  • Elle

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Eloise mean?

Eloise means Of debated origin, often “healthy, wide”. A French name of debated roots, linked to Germanic elements for “healthy,” “wide” or “famous.”

What is the origin of the name Eloise?

Eloise is of French origin.

How do you pronounce Eloise?

Eloise is pronounced “el-oh-EEZ.”

Is Eloise a boy or a girl name?

Eloise is most commonly used as a girl name.

Is Eloise a popular name right now?

Eloise is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.

How popular is the name Eloise?

In 2025, Eloise ranked #49 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.

When was the name Eloise most popular?

Eloise was most popular in 2025, when about 4,251 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.

What are common nicknames for Eloise?

Common nicknames for Eloise include Elle.

What names are similar to Eloise?

Names similar to Eloise include Eleanor, Adeline, Josephine, Genevieve.

What names go well with Eloise?

French names that pair well with Eloise include Amy, Paul, Charlotte, Louise, Roy.