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Lenore

A French-originated name, the meaning of Lenore is 'light'. It is a name primarily chosen for girls. Biblically, this name means 'sympathy' and 'compassion'. When bestowed as a name, it means 'shining one', one who will shine bright with brilliance, radiating happiness and peace. It is considered to be a form of the name Eleanor. Having its mention in the famous poem 'The Raven' by Edgar Allan Poe, Lenore represented 'ideal love', beauty' and 'truth' in a better world. Edgar Poe also used this name to talk about tragically dead women in his renowned poem 'Lenore'. The name secured its place in the top half of the popularity list until the mid-fifties; Lenore as a name started decreasing in popularity in the year 1973.

Gender

Girl

Origin

German variation of Leonora, Italian derivative of Eleonora, meaning unknown

Numerology

L is for love, everlasting.

E is for expressive, not one to hold within.

N is for nice, need I say more?

O is for old fashioned, you cherish the past.

R is for relish, you seek a challenge.

E is for elegant, born within you.

Lucky

Lenore lucky number is 6.

Number 6 is recognized for its nurturing, supportive, and empathic nature. A true healer, 6 has the ability to problem solve in both the emotional and physical realms, helping others through its straightforward, yet gentle, approach. 6 has a strong sense of responsibility and cares deeply for its friends, family, and lovers.

Famous People Named Lenore

  • Candace Hutson American actress
  • Candace Hilligoss American actress
  • Candace Kita American actress and model
  • Candace Pauline Camp American novelist
  • Candace Kaye Bailey American actress and TV personality
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Lenore in Pop Culture

  • Little Lulu comic book character
  • "Lulu " opera by Alban Berg and its main character, a former street urchin
  • Lulu bear on TV's "Bananas in Pajamas."
  • Lulu Spencer character on American soap "General Hospital"
  • Lulu baby in movie "Waitress"
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