Nelita
Pronunciation: [ n-ehl-EET-uh ]
Nelita is a girl baby name. Ranked #67,197 in the US, popular nicknames include Nel, Ney, and Nelie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Nelita first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 5 babies have been named Nelita in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Nelita is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #67,197 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #67,197
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Nelita
Nelita is a girl name .
Nelita is currently ranked #67,197 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Nelita include Nel, Ney, Nelie, and Neliie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis