Nello
Boy nameNello has been given to 955 babies in the U.S. since 1911. It peaked in 1921.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
955
Peak year
1921 (53 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1911
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
2% girls / 98% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nello — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nello.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nello?
Nello has been given to 955 babies in the U.S. since 1911. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nello peak?
Nello peaked in 1921, when 53 babies were given the name.
Is Nello a girl or boy name?
Nello is primarily a boy name (98% of babies named Nello are boys).
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