Nellie

Girl's name

Nellie is a diminutive of the name Helen, which is of Greek origin. It means "light" or "torch."

Meaning Light
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 591 Rising
Peak year 1918

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Nellie Bly - Pioneering investigative journalist and world traveler.
  • Nellie McClung - Leading Canadian suffragette and women's rights activist.
  • Nellie Melba - Renowned Australian opera singer.
  • Nellie Tayloe Ross - First female governor in the United States.
  • Nellie Fox - Hall of Fame baseball player.
  • Nellie Kim - Soviet gymnast, multiple Olympic gold medalist.
  • Nellie Lutcher - Jazz and R&B singer and pianist.
  • Nellie McKay - Singer-songwriter and actress.
  • Nellie Ohr - Fusion GPS employee involved in Trump-Russia dossier.
  • Nellie Veitenheimer - American singer and actress, known for "The Glee Project."

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