Nelsy
Girl nameNelsy has been given to 278 babies in the U.S. since 1984. It peaked in 1995. In 2025, about 1 in 160,727 girls was named Nelsy.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
278
Peak year
1995 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1984
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nelsy — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nelsy.
Sibling name ideas for Nelsy
Same era and popularity as Nelsy, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nelsy?
Nelsy has been given to 278 babies in the U.S. since 1984. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nelsy peak?
Nelsy peaked in 1995, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Nelsy a girl or boy name?
Nelsy is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Nelsy are girls).
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