Spelling Variants
Leonor vs Leonora: Which Spelling?
Leonor and Leonora are variants of the same name, differing only in spelling and language.
Global Rank #3
Leonor
Origin: Spanish
Leonor derives from the Old Provençal name Alienor, likely from a Germanic root meaning "other" or "foreign," though some etymologists connect it to the Greek "helios" (sun) or Latin "leo"…
Global Rank #25
Leonora
Origin: Italian
Leonora means "light" or "shining light" and derives from the Greek name Eleonora, itself likely rooted in Greek "eleos" (compassion) or possibly related to "helios" (sun).
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Leonor currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.