Nellis
girl nameNellis entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #3847 in 1938, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#3847
peak (1938)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3869 |
| 1920s | #4967 |
| 1930s | #3847 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nellis are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nellis alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nellis in 2025?
- Nellis is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nellis most popular?
- Nellis peaked in 1938, reaching #3847 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nellis with classmates?
- Nellis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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