Proper noun

1. A diminutive form of Eleanor or Elizabeth, also used as a formal given name.

Quotations

• 1998 Nick Hornby, About A Boy, Victor Gollancz, 1998, ISBN 0575061596, page 285

  "It's funny, because when Ellie was born, I really hoped she'd turn out like this, feisty and rebellious and loud and bright. That's why I called her Eleanor Toyah."

  "Is that something classical?" Fiona asked.

  "No, it's pop," said Will. Fiona laughed, although Will couldn't see why. "Toyah Wilcox."