Eldor is a name of Nordic origin, derived from the Old Norse elements "aldr" meaning "noble" or "ancient," and "orr" which means "glory." Thus, Eldor translates to "noble glory" or "ancient glory."
The name Eldor has a rich history that dates back to ancient Norse mythology. In Old Norse literature, Eldor was the name of one of the dwarves who guarded the golden apples that granted eternal youth and vigor to the gods in Asgard.
Throughout history, the name Eldor has been used by various notable figures. One such figure is Eldar Grigor'evič Isidorov (1908-1977), a Soviet mathematician who made significant contributions to the theory of functions of a complex variable.
Today, Eldor continues to be a popular given name in Nordic countries and among those who appreciate its historic and cultural significance. It's a strong, distinctive name that carries a rich heritage and evokes images of ancient valor and nobility.
The given statistics show the annual number of births with the name Eldor in the United States from 1912 to 1937. During this period, there was a significant variation in the popularity of the name Eldor.
The highest year for Eldor births was 1921 with 31 babies named Eldor. This is more than double the number of Eldor births in any other year during this time frame. Interestingly, the years immediately before and after 1921 also had a higher-than-average number of Eldor births (25 in 1922 and 24 in 1918).
However, there was a notable decline in popularity in the late 1920s and early 1930s. Between 1927 and 1932, the number of Eldor births dropped every year, reaching a low of 7 in 1932. This trend continued until 1934 when it began to slowly increase again.
Overall, during this period, there were a total of 367 babies named Eldor in the United States. These statistics provide an interesting snapshot into the trends and fluctuations in popularity for the name Eldor over two decades.