Nell
Nell: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /nɛl/
Meaning and origin of Nell
- A diminutive of the female given names Eleanor, Ellen, and Helen
How popular is Nell?
Since 1880, 27,612 girls and 98 boys in the U.S. have been named Nell (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #144 in 1886. Its highest rank for boys was #1440 in 1900. In 2025, 128 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Nell FAQ
What does the name Nell mean?
A diminutive of the female given names Eleanor, Ellen, and Helen
How popular is the name Nell?
Since 1880, 27,612 girls and 98 boys in the U.S. have been named Nell (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #144 in 1886. Its highest rank for boys was #1440 in 1900. In 2025, 128 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Nell a boy or girl name?
Nell is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 27,612 girls and 98 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.