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The Name Nellie - Origin and Meaning of Nellie
  



The Name Nellie - Origin and Meaning of Nellie


Gender

Feminine

Origin of the Name Nellie

Greek or Old French

Usage of the Name Nellie

English

Meaning of the Name Nellie

The name Nellie is a medieval pet form of Helen or Eleanor.

Famous Bearers

Bearers of the name include Nellie Melba (1861 - 1931), an Australian opera singer; Nellie Bly (1864 - 1922), an American journalist; Nellie McKay (born 1982), an English-American singer, songwriter, and actress.

Names Related to Nellie

Refer to the following lists: names related to Helen  |  names related to Eleanor.
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