Nelida Girl

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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: neh-LEE-dah /nɛˈliːdə/

Origin: Spanish; Greek

Meaning: Spanish: 'bright; shining'; Greek: 'the one who is bright'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Nelida has roots that can be traced back to the Spanish and Portuguese languages, where it is often considered a variant of the name Nélida. The etymology of Nélida is somewhat debated, but it is commonly associated with the Greek word "nēlos," meaning "to be calm" or "serene." This connection to tranquility reflects a broader cultural appreciation for names that evoke peace and gentleness.

The name entered the English-speaking world through the influence of Spanish and Portuguese culture, particularly during the periods of exploration and colonization from the 15th century onward. Historically, the name Nelida does not have prominent figures or events directly associated with it, unlike many other names that have biblical or royal significance.

However, it is worth noting that the broader family of names derived from Nélida or similar roots have appeared in various literary and artistic contexts, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries. The name has been featured in works of literature and has been adopted by various cultures, which has contributed to its endurance over time.

Culturally, Nelida embodies a sense of grace and calmness, qualities that have made it appealing in various societies. The name may also be linked to notions of beauty and femininity, which are often celebrated in literature and art.

While diminutive forms such as Neli or Lida may arise in familial or affectionate contexts, the name Nelida itself stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of names that convey serenity and elegance. Overall, Nelida reflects a blend of linguistic heritage and cultural significance that has allowed it to persist through the ages.

Famous people named Nelida

In this section, you will find notable people named Nelida. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Nelida who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Nelida Lobato is a singer best known for her contributions to Argentine folklore music.

Nelida K. is a visual artist best known for her abstract paintings and installations.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Nelida, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

ElenaSofiaLuciaClaraIsabellaMia

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Nelida. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

MelinaSelinaAlidaNinaLydiaNeridaNadiaNerina

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Nelida was first seen in the United States in 1933.

Nelida has ranked as high as #2872 nationally, which occurred in 1964, and has been most popular in New York, California, New Jersey, Illinois, and Texas.

In the past 5 years the name Nelida has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Nelida is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Nelida was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Nelida.

Year Total Births Girl
2024 8 8
2023 6 6
2022 7 7
2021 7 7
2020 5 5
2018 6 6
2017 7 7
2016 5 5
2015 8 8
2013 7 7
2012 8 8
2011 10 10
2010 8 8
2009 7 7
2008 9 9
2007 8 8
2006 17 17
2005 16 16
2004 12 12
2003 18 18
2002 14 14
2001 15 15
2000 25 25
1999 19 19
1998 16 16
1997 18 18
1996 18 18
1995 21 21
1994 16 16
1993 22 22
1992 26 26
1991 24 24
1990 33 33
1989 20 20
1988 22 22
1987 21 21
1986 26 26
1985 18 18
1984 30 30
1983 22 22
1982 19 19
1981 28 28
1980 29 29
1979 19 19
1978 25 25
1977 25 25
1976 22 22
1975 23 23
1974 21 21
1973 24 24
1972 28 28
1971 32 32
1970 33 33
1969 40 40
1968 32 32
1967 31 31
1966 27 27
1965 35 35
1964 42 42
1963 34 34
1962 33 33
1961 29 29
1960 34 34
1959 37 37
1958 19 19
1957 29 29
1956 31 31
1955 21 21
1954 23 23
1953 14 14
1952 15 15
1951 12 12
1950 9 9
1949 9 9
1948 9 9
1947 5 5
1946 6 6
1945 6 6
1933 5 5

Top States for Nelida (2008)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 5
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