Nelly is a baby girl name tracked in official U.S. Social Security baby-name records. In 2024, Nelly was given to 6 boys, ranking No. 11878 for boys and 168 girls, ranking No. 1358 for girls in U.S. Social Security records. This page focuses on popularity and usage data so parents can compare the name with confidence.
Popularity Snapshot For Nelly
In 2024, Nelly was given to 6 boys, ranking No. 11878 for boys and 168 girls, ranking No. 1358 for girls in U.S. Social Security records.
The name has appeared in national records since 1882 and shows 7,689 recorded births between 1882 and 2024.
Is Nelly Used For Boys, Girls, Or Both?
Nelly is used mostly for girls in current records, with lighter but visible use for boys.
Why Parents Compare Nelly
Parents comparing Nelly often look at popularity, spelling familiarity, sound, and how the name fits with sibling names or a family surname.
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