Nelle
girl name#4265 in 2025Nelle entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #175 in 1885, ranks #4265 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4265
rank today
#175
peak (1885)
33
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #199 |
| 1890s | #261 |
| 1900s | #397 |
| 1910s | #525 |
| 1920s | #836 |
| 1930s | #1435 |
| 1940s | #2564 |
| 1950s | #4201 |
| 1960s | #5676 |
| 1970s | #8187 |
| 1980s | #10027 |
| 2000s | #13303 |
| 2010s | #9278 |
| 2020s | #4492 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nelle has been most popular in NY, CA, MA.
Living bearers
About 700 people named Nelle are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nelle alive today was born around 1913, making them about 112 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nelle in 2025?
- Nelle ranks #4265 among US girl names in 2025, with 33 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nelle most popular?
- Nelle peaked in 1885, reaching #175 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nelle with classmates?
- Nelle will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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