Nelya
girl name#13208 in 2025Nelya entered the US charts in 2015, peaked at #7247 in 2023, ranks #13208 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2015–2025
#13208
rank today
#7247
peak (2023)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #15100 |
| 2020s | #10196 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nelya are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nelya is a kid of about 4 — 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 Nelya in 2025?
- Nelya ranks #13208 among US girl names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nelya most popular?
- Nelya peaked in 2023, reaching #7247 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nelya with classmates?
- Nelya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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