Nellie

Nellie means “Bright; shining light”.

Origin: GreekRegion: USA, GlobalGender: GirlSyllables: 2

US popularity

#462

all-time rank

149K

births

rising

Silent era

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Frequently asked

What does the name Nellie mean?

Nellie means "Bright; shining light", and is of Greek origin.

What is the origin of Nellie?

Nellie originates from Greek.

How popular is the name Nellie?

Nellie has been given to about 148,972 babies in the US and is currently rising, most associated with the Silent generation.

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