Nephele Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: NEF-uh-lee //ˈnɛf.ə.li//
Origin: Greek
Meaning: cloud; mist
Historical & Cultural Background
Nephele is of Greek origin, derived from the word for 'cloud.' In Greek mythology, Nephele was a cloud nymph created by Zeus, symbolizing the ethereal and transient nature of clouds. The name reflects themes of beauty and nature, often associated with the divine.
It is less common in contemporary usage but retains a classic charm.
Famous people named Nephele
In this section, you will find notable people named Nephele. 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 Nephele who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Nephele who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Nephele — Greek mythological figure.
Nephele — character in literature.
Fictional characters named Nephele
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Nephele — 'The Golden Ass' by Apuleius.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nephele was first seen in the United States in 2024.
Nephele has ranked as high as #20040 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Nephele has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Nephele 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 Nephele 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 Nephele.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 7 |
| 2024 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Nephele
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.
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