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Nelle

Pronunciation: [ n-EHL ]

Girl Name #5,088 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Nelle is a girl name, recorded for 26 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced n-EHL.

Parents who love the name Nelle often also consider Nellie, Nettie, Nell .

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#5,088
Total SSA Count
26

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Nel Ney Nelie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nelle

Is Nelle a boy or girl name?
Nelle is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Nelle?
Nelle is pronounced n-EHL.
How popular is the name Nelle?
Nelle is currently ranked #5088 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Nelle?
Common nicknames for Nelle include Nel, Ney, and Nelie.
Is Nelle a common or rare name?
Nelle is an uncommon name, ranked #5088 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Nelle

Nelle is a girl name .

Nelle is currently ranked #5,088 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Nelle include Nel, Ney, and Nelie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Nelle include Nellie, Nelly, Nell, Nella . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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