Girl nameCurrently #11,817 in the USFalling
Nel
//ˈnɛl//
1 syllablePeak year: 20133 lettersStarts with N
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Nel's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Nel's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Nel |
|---|---|
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 8 |
Nel through the decades
- Nel peaked in 2013, when 11 babies were named Nel in the US.
- Nel currently ranks #11,817 in the US and is cooling off.