Lenore is a unique and enchanting feminine given name of German origin. It is derived from the German word "lenor," which means "light" or "torch." The name Lenore has been popular throughout history, with notable figures such as Edgar Allan Poe's character Lenore in his poem "The Raven" and the French queen Marie Antoinette, whose full name was Marie Antoinette Josephe Jeanne Julie Caroline Charlotte Louise Antonine Angelique Francoise Thérèse Jeanne Antonie Aloysia Sofia Xaveria Philippine Rose Clementine Elena Enrichetta Scholastica Magdalena Cunigunde Felicitas Wenceslæa Agnes Athanasie Johnston Amelia Huberta Charlotte Albina Eléonore Alexandrine Louise, often referred to as simply Marie Antoinette. While the name Lenore may not be as common today as it once was, it remains a beautiful and distinctive choice for parents looking for an unusual yet meaningful name for their daughter.
The name Lenore experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a total of 22,772 births recorded between 1880 and 2023. The peak in popularity occurred in 1926 with 460 births, marking an all-time high for the name during this period. However, there was also a notable decline in recent years, with only 71 births recorded in 2023, suggesting that Lenore may now be considered less popular compared to its peak in popularity over a century ago.