Nelli
Girl nameNelli has been given to 385 babies in the U.S. since 1977. It peaked in 2021. In 2025, about 1 in 64,291 girls was named Nelli.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
385
Peak year
2021 (25 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1977
10-year trend
▲ +178%
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nelli — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nelli.
Sibling name ideas for Nelli
Same era and popularity as Nelli, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nelli?
Nelli has been given to 385 babies in the U.S. since 1977. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nelli peak?
Nelli peaked in 2021, when 25 babies were given the name.
Is Nelli a girl or boy name?
Nelli is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Nelli are girls).
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