Elaine Bartley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Elaine Bartley — French
268K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Elaine Bartley is a name that combines French origins. The first name Elaine is a feminine given name of French origin. Elaine is a feminine given name, an Old French form of the name Helen used for a character in the 15th Century Arthurian romance Le Morte d’Arthur by Thomas Malory. However, the name Elaine was popularized in the Anglosphere by its use by Alfred, Lord Tennyson for a character in his 1859 Arthurian romance Idylls of the King. It has also been suggested that the name might actually be derived from a Welsh word meaning 'young deer'. The surname Bartley: Surname Ashley Bartley, American politician from Vermont Barrington Bartley (born 1980), Jamaican-American cricketer Charles Bartley (1921–1996), American scientist David M. Bartley (1935–2023), American politician and educator Dick Bartley (born 1951), American radio disc jockey active 1969–2016 Edward Bartley (1839–1919), New Zealand architect Ephesians Bartley (born 1969), American football player Frank Bartley (born 1994), American basketball player for Ironi Ness Ziona of the Israeli Basketball Premier League Geoff Bartley (born 1948), American singer/songwriter active 1969–present George. Elaine is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 268K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Elaine reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Elaine

French

Elaine is a feminine given name, an Old French form of the name Helen used for a character in the 15th Century Arthurian romance Le Morte d’Arthur by Thomas Malory. However, the name Elaine was popularized in the Anglosphere by its use by Alfred, Lord Tennyson for a character in his 1859 Arthurian romance Idylls of the King. It has also been suggested that the name might actually be derived from a Welsh word meaning 'young deer'.

Surname: Bartley

English

Surname Ashley Bartley, American politician from Vermont Barrington Bartley (born 1980), Jamaican-American cricketer Charles Bartley (1921–1996), American scientist David M. Bartley (1935–2023), American politician and educator Dick Bartley (born 1951), American radio disc jockey active 1969–2016 Edward Bartley (1839–1919), New Zealand architect Ephesians Bartley (born 1969), American football player Frank Bartley (born 1994), American basketball player for Ironi Ness Ziona of the Israeli Basketball Premier League Geoff Bartley (born 1948), American singer/songwriter active 1969–present George.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Elaine is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Elaine by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Elaine Bartley:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Elaine?
The first name Elaine originates from French. Elaine is a feminine given name, an Old French form of the name Helen used for a character in the 15th Century Arthurian romance Le Morte d’Arthur by Thomas Malory. However, the name Elaine was popularized in the Anglosphere by its use by Alfred, Lord Tennyson for a character in his 1859 Arthurian romance Idylls of the King. It has also been suggested that the name might actually be derived from a Welsh word meaning 'young deer'.
When was Elaine most popular?
The name Elaine reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bartley?
The surname Bartley originates from English. Surname Ashley Bartley, American politician from Vermont Barrington Bartley (born 1980), Jamaican-American cricketer Charles Bartley (1921–1996), American scientist David M. Bartley (1935–2023), American politician and educator Dick Bartley (born 1951), American radio disc jockey active 1969–2016 Edward Bartley (1839–1919), New Zealand architect Ephesians Bartley (born 1969), American football player Frank Bartley (born 1994), American basketball player for Ironi Ness Ziona of the Israeli Basketball Premier League Geoff Bartley (born 1948), American singer/songwriter active 1969–present George.
What are the origins of the name Elaine Bartley?
The name Elaine Bartley combines two different traditions: the first name Elaine has French roots, while the surname Bartley originates from English.
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