Nelia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nelia is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'horn', and has evolved from historical forms like Cornelia. It is perceived positively in modern contexts, associated with traits of kindness and creativity. The name does not have biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nelia"
Pronunciation
/ˈnɛliə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Nelia is derived from the Greek name 'Nelia', which is often considered a diminutive form of the name Cornelia, meaning 'horn'.
Meaning
horn
Language Evolution
Nelia, Cornelia, Cornelius
Historical Usage
The name Nelia gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially in various European countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Nell, Nellie, Cornelia
Modern Popularity & Image
Nelia is currently viewed as a sweet and feminine name, often associated with kindness and creativity.
Famous People
Nelia S. C. Mendes, a noted Brazilian artist, Nelia C. F. de Sousa, an accomplished scientist
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Nelia Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 24 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Massachusetts
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nelia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Nelia"
"Nelia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2021st of 9107 | 316 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2594th of 9204 | 212 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3710th of 12526 | 203 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4687th of 19264 | 190 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9361st of 27321 | 107 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9391st of 35406 | 174 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7186th of 30306 | 194 |
Regional Popularity of "Nelia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Nelia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
75.87% 1795th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
83.42% 2380th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
85.33% 2972nd/3483 |
- |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
87.11% 6501st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
91.08% 5716th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nelia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nelia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Nelia" in the United States
The name Nelia is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nelia has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Nelia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2021st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2594th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3710th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4687th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9361st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9391st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7186th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nelia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.