Nelle

Quick answers about Nelle

How many people are named Nelle?

An estimated 562 living Americans are named Nelle.

How rare is Nelle?

Nelle is very rare among babies today, with 33 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 80.5% from its 1917 peak.

How old is the typical Nelle?

The median age of a living American named Nelle is approximately 11 years, with most bearers falling between 5 and 63 years old.

Is Nelle still popular?

Yes. Nelle is holding steady, with 33 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.

Where is Nelle most common?

Nelle has its strongest geographic signal in Tennessee, where it appears 7.1× more often than the national baseline.