What is the origin of the name Nelda?

Nelda is a name of Germanic origin.

How popular is the name Nelda?

Nelda is currently ranked #9352 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

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GirlGermanic

Nelda

NEL-də

Popularity

#9352

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Germanic

Total Births

20,134

Peak Year

#567 in 1938

First Recorded

1884

Style

Vintage, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Likely a short form of Cornelia, a Latin name derived from 'cornu' meaning 'horn', or from Eleanor, meaning 'light'.

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Nell Nel Eddie

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Numerology

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Nicknames

Nell Nel Eddie

Similar Names

Hilda Selma Vera Greta

Personality Traits

KindGentlePracticalReliable

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