Nell
girl name#1622 in 2025Nell entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #144 in 1886, ranks #1622 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1622
rank today
#144
peak (1886)
128
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #160 |
| 1890s | #181 |
| 1900s | #198 |
| 1910s | #225 |
| 1920s | #271 |
| 1930s | #323 |
| 1940s | #542 |
| 1950s | #944 |
| 1960s | #1788 |
| 1970s | #2419 |
| 1980s | #3324 |
| 1990s | #4241 |
| 2000s | #5112 |
| 2010s | #3352 |
| 2020s | #1792 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nell has been most popular in IL, NY, CA.
Living bearers
About 6,200 people named Nell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nell alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nell in 2025?
- Nell ranks #1622 among US girl names in 2025, with 128 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nell most popular?
- Nell peaked in 1886, reaching #144 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nell with classmates?
- Nell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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