How Many People Are Named Nellie?
Complete statistics for the name Nellie: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Nellie, a very rare female name, is held by just 1 in 12,909 Americans today, making it quite unique. With an estimated 25,563 people bearing this name in the US, it's a classic that peaked way back in 1918 with 4,057 births.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the name Nellie have a life path number of 3, which symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and optimism.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 104All 151,720 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1918Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Nellie Through the Generations
Nellie has been around since the early 20th century, with its popularity peaking in 1918 when 4,057 babies were given this name. Over time, the name has become increasingly associated with older generations; currently, 94% of those named Nellie are over 60 years old. This trend suggests that while Nellie remains a cherished name, it's also seen as an old-school choice, perhaps due to its strong association with the past.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Nellie's English roots
📄 About the Name Nellie
How Many People Have the Name Nellie?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 25,563 people in the United States currently share the name Nellie. That works out to roughly 1 in every 12,909 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Nellie a Common or Rare Name?
Nellie is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Nellie in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Nellie Most Popular?
The name Nellie reached peak popularity in 1918, with 4,057 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Nellie?
Approximately 25,563 people named Nellie live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 151,720. That works out to roughly 1 in 12,909 Americans.
Is Nellie a rare name?
Nellie is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 12,909 Americans has this name.
What does the name Nellie mean?
The meaning and origin of Nellie are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Nellie more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Nellie are male and 100% are female.
When was Nellie most popular?
Nellie peaked in 1918 with 4,057 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.