Nelya Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEL-yah / /ˈnɛl.jə/Russian; Hebrew
Meaning
bright; God has answered
Historical & Cultural Background
In Russian culture, Nelya is often considered a diminutive or affectionate form of names like Elena. It carries a sense of brightness and warmth. In Hebrew, Nelya can be derived from the name Nela, which means 'God has answered,' reflecting a spiritual significance. Both origins highlight themes of light and divine response.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nely
- Nela
International Variants
- Nélia (Portuguese)
- Nélie (French)
Famous people named Nelya
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nelya was first seen in the United States in 2015. Nelya has ranked as high as #1361 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Nelya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nelya
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 8 |