Nelly
Meaning of Nelly
Nelly is a female name with English origins. It is pronounced as NEL-ee (/ˈnɛl.i/) in both American and British English. The name Nelly has variations such as Nellie. In the United States, Nelly has been given to baby girls consistently over the years, although its popularity has fluctuated. In recent years, it has been ranked around 1400th most popular name for baby girls. The name Nelly carries a sense of charm and vintage appeal, making it a delightful choice for parents looking for a timeless yet distinctive name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as NEL-ee (/ˈnɛl.i/)
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Notable People Named Nelly
| Nelly Kim Furtado is a highly successful Canadian singer and songwriter known for her musical versatility and experimentation with genres. |
| Nelly Núñez Zegarra was a Bolivian nurse and politician who served as a member of the Chamber of Deputies from Oruro, representing circumscription 32 from 2010 to 2015. |
| Nelly Sachs, a German-Swedish poet and playwright, became a poignant spokesperson for the grief and yearnings of her fellow Jews during World War II, and was awarded the 1966 Nobel Prize in Literature. |
| Nelly Artin Kalfayan, also known as Nelly, is a versatile Egyptian entertainer known for her work in acting, singing, comedy, dancing, and television. |
| Nelly Karim is a versatile Egyptian actress, model, and ballerina. |
| Nelly Arcan, born Isabelle Fortier, was a Canadian novelist from Quebec. |
| Nelly Reig Castellanos - Nélida "Nelly" Reig Castellanos de Rodríguez, also known as Ña Nelly, was the First Lady of Paraguay during the transition to democracy from 1989 to 1992. |
| Nelly Rosario is a Dominican-American novelist and creative writing instructor known for her work in various anthologies and journals. |
