Eloise
Eloise is a girl name of Germanic, via French origin, meaning “Possibly healthy, wide”.
| Meaning | Possibly healthy, wide |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Germanic, via French |
| Pronunciation | EL-oh-eez |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic, Christian |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States, France, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Eloise
Eloise is the English form of the French Héloïse, which most scholars trace to the Germanic name Helewidis. Its elements are often explained as 'healthy' or 'whole' and 'wide', though the exact meaning is debated, and some link it instead to Louise. The name is forever tied to Héloïse, the twelfth-century French scholar and abbess famous for her love letters with the philosopher Peter Abelard. In the US it is also known from Kay Thompson's children's books about Eloise, the girl who lives at the Plaza Hotel.
Is Eloise a religious name?
Eloise has no direct religious background, though its most famous early bearer, Héloïse, became the abbess of a convent. It is used today as a classic European name.
How popular is Eloise?
Popular in Britain and climbing in the US, where it is seen as a vintage revival.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Eloise mean?
Eloise means 'Possibly healthy, wide'. It is of Germanic, via French origin.
Does Eloise have a religious meaning?
Eloise has no direct religious background, though its most famous early bearer, Héloïse, became the abbess of a convent. It is used today as a classic European name.
How do you pronounce Eloise?
Eloise is pronounced EL-oh-eez.
Is Eloise a boy or girl name?
Eloise is usually a girl name.