Nellie Boy

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationNEL-ee / ˈnɛli

English; Hebrew

Meaning

English: bright, shining one; Hebrew: God's miracle

Historical & Cultural Background

Nellie is often considered a diminutive of names like Eleanor or Helen. It gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, often associated with warmth and affection. It has also appeared in literature and music, contributing to its enduring appeal.

Trend Summary

Nellie has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable rise in the late 19th century and a decline in the mid-20th century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Nell
  • Nelly

International Variants

  • Nélie (French)
  • Nelli (Italian)
  • Nellie (Dutch)

Famous people named Nellie

Fictional characters named Nellie

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Nellie was first seen in the United States in 1880. Nellie has ranked as high as #897 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Nellie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Nellie

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18806
18817
18826
18849
18856
18865
188710
18888
18898
18909
18919
18929
189316
189411
18959
18966
18976
18986
18996
190012
19019
19026
19057
19067
19077
19087
19106
19116
191210
19136
19147
191511
19169
191713
19189
191912
192013
192111
19228
19238
192419
192510
192618
192711
192814
192916
193015
193116
193217
193313
193414
193515
19369
193710
193813
193910
19407
19418
194211
19455
19476