Nellie
/NEL-ee/
Meaning
Horn; Sun ray; Shining one
At a glance
- Origin: American
- Gender: girl
- Syllables: 2
- Popularity: Very common
- Baby-safe: Yes
Cultural notes
Nellie is traditionally a diminutive of Eleanor, Helen, or Ellen. It gained significant popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with notable bearers such as explorer Nellie Bly.
Vibes
American
English
girl
unisex