Elaine
Elaine is a given name that has been used in various cultures and periods. It is derived from the Greek name Helen and means "light" or "torch". The name has been popular in English-speaking countries since the 19th century and has been used by several notable people, including Elaine Stritch, an American actress and singer, and Elaine Paige, a British singer and actress.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The name Elaine is derived from the Greek name Helen, which means "light" or "torch". It is also related to the French name Elaine, which was popularized by the Arthurian legend of the Lady of Shalott, whose name was Elaine.
Popularity[edit | edit source]
Elaine has been a popular name in English-speaking countries since the 19th century. It reached its peak of popularity in the United States in the 1940s and 1950s, but has since declined in use.
Notable people[edit | edit source]
Several notable people have been named Elaine, including:
- Elaine Stritch, an American actress and singer known for her work on Broadway.
- Elaine Paige, a British singer and actress known for her work in musical theatre.
- Elaine May, an American screenwriter, film director, actress, and comedian.
- Elaine Chao, an American politician who served as the United States Secretary of Transportation from 2017 to 2021.
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