Nellia
girl nameNellia entered the US charts in 1927, peaked at #3658 in 1930, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1927–2025
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rank today
#3658
peak (1930)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3875 |
| 1930s | #3658 |
| 1940s | #5244 |
| 2010s | #14056 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nellia are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nellia alive today was born around 1949, making them about 76 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nellia in 2025?
- Nellia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nellia most popular?
- Nellia peaked in 1930, reaching #3658 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nellia with classmates?
- Nellia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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