Nelly Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEL-ee / /ˈnɛli/English; Hebrew
Meaning
Noble (English); God has given (Hebrew)
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Nelly is often a diminutive of names like Eleanor or Helen, associated with nobility and light. In Hebrew, it is derived from the name Eliana, meaning 'God has answered', reflecting a spiritual significance.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nell
- Nelle
- Nelly
International Variants
- Nélie (French)
- Nélly (Spanish)
Famous people named Nelly
Nelly — rapper.
Nelly Furtado — singer-songwriter.
Fictional characters named Nelly
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nelly was first seen in the United States in 2002. Nelly has ranked as high as #1354 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Nelly has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nelly
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |