Addison vs Eleanor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eleanor

Girl #14 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"compassion, sympathy"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English French Spanish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#14
Total SSA Count
7,127
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ellie, Nell, Nora

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Addison Rank #68
Eleanor Rank #14

Eleanor is more popular, ranked #14 vs #68 for Addison.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Addison ___

  • Addison Grace
  • Addison Mae
  • Addison Rose
  • Addison Claire
  • Addison Lee
  • Addison Kate

Eleanor ___

  • Eleanor Rose
  • Eleanor Jane
  • Eleanor Claire
  • Eleanor Grace
  • Eleanor Mae
  • Eleanor Ruth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Addison

Peyton Parker Harper Jackson Blake

If you choose Eleanor

Oliver Theodore Cecily Arthur Harriet

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Addison or Eleanor more popular?

Eleanor is more popular, ranked #14 compared to Addison at #68 in the United States.

What do Addison and Eleanor mean?

Addison means "son of Adam" (Old English origin). Eleanor means "compassion, sympathy" (Greek origin).

Are Addison and Eleanor boy or girl names?

Addison is primarily a girl name. Eleanor is primarily a girl name.

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