Nela Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEH-lah / ˈnɛlɑSlavic; Hebrew
Meaning
Slavic: bright, shining; Hebrew: a form of the name Nelly
Historical & Cultural Background
Nela is a name with Slavic roots, often associated with brightness and light. In Hebrew contexts, it is considered a diminutive of names like Nelly. The name has gained some popularity in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe. It is often used as a standalone name or as a nickname.
Trend Summary
Nela has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nell
- Nelly
International Variants
- Nélia (Portuguese)
- Nela (Spanish)
Famous people named Nela
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nela was first seen in the United States in 1903. Nela has ranked as high as #1345 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Illinois, California, Florida, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Nela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nela (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 12 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 14 |