Nell

Girl

Origin: English · Greek

Meaning

“pet form of Ellen, Helen or Eleanor; Helen is Greek, of uncertain origin”

Source

Cultural Notes

Nell is a medieval short form of Helen or Eleanor that became particularly associated with Nell Gwyn the celebrated mistress of King Charles II.

Popularity

Rarity: uncommon
Peak decade: 1900s
Community likes: 0

Famous People Named Nell

  • Nell Gwyn

Variants & Spellings

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