Leonor
/lehohnohɻ/ Portuguese Female
Meaning & Origin
Leonor is a Portuguese name meaning "Leonor is often associated with the meaning "light" or "sun ray", representing brightness and radiance.". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Albania, Angola, Argentina, BE. The etymology is debated. It's often considered a Spanish and Portuguese form of Eleanor, ultimately derived from the Occitan name Aliénor. Aliénor's origin is uncertain, possibly from the Germanic "alia" (other, foreign) and "nor" (north), or from the Greek "Eleos" (compassion).
Quick Facts
Language Portuguese
Gender Female
Phonetic lehohnohɻ
IPA leonoɻ
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as lehohnohɻ. Keep the original Portuguese phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Leonor
- · Leonor
- · Princess of Asturias - Heir to the Spanish throne
- · Leonor Watling - Spanish actress and singer
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