Nelly
Meaning
English for beautiful woman
Origin
Germanic
Pronunciation
/ˈnɛli/
Traits associated with the name Nelly:
Dogs named Nelly tend to be loving, affectionate, and resilient. This feminine name is also associated with beauty, and companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Nelly?
Naming your dog Nelly suggests that you have a fondness for traditional, classic names. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to your pet and want to give them a name that reflects that.
Is Nelly a good dog name?
Nelly has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Nelly isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Nelly is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Nelly was, in the past month, the 453rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2024, Nelly is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
In general, this name has held steady in popularity with PupNames.com visitors.
In the past week, Nelly was viewed 0 times, and liked 1 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Nelly's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Nelly is most adored in Louisiana, Vermont and Connecticut.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Arizona, District of Columbia and Ohio.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Nelly.
Most popular breeds named Nelly:
- Labrador Retriever
- Chihuahua
- American Pitbull Terrier
- Beagle
- Rottweiler
Nelly is found in these categories:
beautiful
Evokes elegance, recalling the charming singer Nelly Furtado.
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August 21, 2023
March 03, 2022
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