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[Opinions] Re: Eleanor.
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I know two Eleanor's about 17. I know about 10 Ellie's or Elly's between the ages of 3 and 20. (Ellie being their full name). There is a possibility it will become popular, as it's a favourite on this board and a good alternative to popular Ella and Emma. However I doubt it will sky rocket.Eleanor or Elinor are good spellings.Would you consider Ellen? I think it's a much nicer name, a lot softer and friendlier and much more humble.
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I like Ellen. It's the name of an aunt who I really look up to :)
I prefer Elen, but Ellen is probably better because it wouldn't get misspelled.
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EllenI kmew an Ellen as a kid! She was older than me by a few years, so she'd be thirty-something by now. I thought she was sooo cooool. We were "cabin neighbours" - our families had cottages near to each other. She was sporty, adventurous, and strong, but so kind, friendly and warm-hearted. A very generous soul. It's given me a good assocation with the name Ellen ever since.I agree, give Ellen a chance!
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Hooray for Ellen. She's often overlooked as a name. Love her.

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I know!Eleanor is just screaming for elegance whereas Ellen is unassuming and graceful. It's a lot more flexible as well I think. in the sense of pairing it with a MN and suiting different personalities.
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