Sophia Girl
soh-FEE-uh
“wisdom” · Greek
#5
Eloise
GirlFrench, Germanic· “uncertain; possibly healthy and wide”
- Meaning
- uncertain; possibly healthy and wide (origin disputed)
- Origin
- French, Germanic
- Pronunciation
- EL-oh-eez
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #49
- US babies 2025
- 4,251
- Best rank
- #49 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Eloise
Eloise is often said to mean “uncertain; possibly healthy and wide”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to French and Germanic roots.
Eloise is the English form of the French Héloïse, a name whose origin is uncertain. It is often traced to a Germanic name Helewidis, possibly meaning "hale" or "healthy" and "wide," though some connect it with Louise instead. The name is closely tied to Héloïse, the learned twelfth-century French abbess whose love letters with the philosopher Peter Abelard are among the most famous of the Middle Ages. In English-speaking countries Eloise has a soft, refined charm that feels both vintage and fresh. Ellie, Lou and Lola are all possible nicknames, and the name carries a gentle French elegance.
Famous parents who chose Eloise: Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger (2022). More celebrity baby names
Popularity over time
Eloise has been given to babies in the United States since at least 1880, the first year of Social Security records. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 104 different years. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #49, and its highest count, 4,251 babies. Use has grown 236% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #178 in 1920, #341 in 1950, #3,019 in 1980, #2,550 in 2000, #529 in 2010, and #49 in 2025. Of the 72,699 US girls named Eloise since records began, 25% were born in the 2020s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 12,235 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Delilah, Naomi, Iris, Elena, and Eden.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Eloise ranked highest in New Hampshire, Vermont, and Alaska.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | #17 | 36 |
| Vermont | #18 | 13 |
| Alaska | #19 | 17 |
| Louisiana | #20 | 82 |
| Minnesota | #22 | 112 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Eloise is usually pronounced EL-oh-eez, with two syllables. It has six letters, starts with E and ends in “-se”.
Middle names for Eloise
A few middle names that flow with Eloise: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Eloise
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Eloise mean?
Eloise is often said to mean “uncertain; possibly healthy and wide”; the origin is uncertain, though it is usually linked to French and Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Eloise?
Eloise has French and Germanic roots. Eloise is the English form of the French Héloïse, a name whose origin is uncertain.
Is Eloise a popular name?
Yes. Eloise ranked #49 in the US in 2025, which makes it one of the 100 most popular names.
Is Eloise a boy or girl name?
Eloise is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Eloise?
Eloise is usually pronounced EL-oh-eez. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings