Nelta
Girl nameNelta has been given to 477 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It peaked in 1939.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
477
Peak year
1939 (27 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1915
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nelta — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nelta.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nelta?
Nelta has been given to 477 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nelta peak?
Nelta peaked in 1939, when 27 babies were given the name.
Is Nelta a girl or boy name?
Nelta is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Nelta are girls).
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