Nelsa
Girl nameNelsa has been given to 39 babies in the U.S. since 1954. It peaked in 1954.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
39
Peak year
1954 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1954
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nelsa — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nelsa.
Sibling name ideas for Nelsa
Same era and popularity as Nelsa, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nelsa?
Nelsa has been given to 39 babies in the U.S. since 1954. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nelsa peak?
Nelsa peaked in 1954, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Nelsa a girl or boy name?
Nelsa is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Nelsa are girls).
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