Nelo
boy nameNelo entered the US charts in 1935, peaked at #3645 in 1935, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1935–2025
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rank today
#3645
peak (1935)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3645 |
| 2010s | #10775 |
| 2020s | #8921 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nelo are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nelo is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nelo in 2025?
- Nelo is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nelo most popular?
- Nelo peaked in 1935, reaching #3645 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nelo with classmates?
- Nelo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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