How Many People Are Named Nello?

Complete statistics for the name Nello: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Nello
Very Rare
Italian

Nello, a very rare male name, is held by just 213 people in the US, making up 1 in 1,547,188 Americans. The name saw its peak popularity in 1921 with 53 births, and today, it's experiencing a bit of a resurgence as a classic, old-school choice.

~213
Living in US
1 in 1,547,188
Americans
1921
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Italian for 'little'
🌐
Origin
Italian
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 22
Personality Traits
Nostalgic Dignified Reserved
22
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 22 is associated with leadership and vision.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

24,534
Worldwide Bearers
#32,467
Global Rank
🇮🇹 Italy
20,216
🇺🇸 United States
1,148
🇧🇷 Brazil
502
🇮🇳 India
499
🇫🇷 France
309
🇨🇦 Canada
289
🇵🇭 Philippines
262
🇦🇷 Argentina
238
🇨🇭 Switzerland
185
🇧🇪 Belgium
75

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
212 (100%)
♀ Female
1 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 91
34
Would be under 30 (4%)
60
Would be 30–60 (6%)
861
Would be over 60 (90%)

All 955 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: 1921

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
87
Classic Feel
83
Modern Appeal
17
International
98

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Nello Through the Generations

Nello has been a name that's seen its fair share of generational shifts. Born in the early 20th century, most people named Nello today are over 60, with only 34 under the age of 30. This age skew paints a picture of a name that was once popular but has since become a niche choice, cherished by older generations. With just 213 living bearers in the US, it's clear that Nello is a name that's becoming increasingly rare, yet it still holds a special place in the hearts of those who carry it.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Pennsylvania 117
Illinois 42
California 15
North Carolina 5

✨ Similar Names to Nello

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Nello's Italian roots

📄 About the Name Nello

How Many People Have the Name Nello?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 213 people in the United States currently share the name Nello. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,547,188 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Nello a Common or Rare Name?

Nello 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.

What Does the Name Nello Mean?

Nello means "Italian for 'little'" and comes from Italian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 22.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Nello in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Nello Most Popular?

The name Nello reached peak popularity in 1921, with 53 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 Nello?

Approximately 213 people named Nello live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 955. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,547,188 Americans.

Is Nello a rare name?

Nello is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,547,188 Americans has this name.

What does the name Nello mean?

Nello means "Italian for 'little'" and comes from Italian origins.

Is Nello more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Nello are male and 0% are female.

When was Nello most popular?

Nello peaked in 1921 with 53 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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US213
All-Time Births955
1 in X1 in 1,547,188
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age91
Peak Year1921
World Rank#32,467
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.