Popularity: 12701
Origin: Latin
Meaning: horn; praiseworthy
Nela is a feminine name of Latin and Slavic origins. Coming from the Latin name Cornelia, it translates to “horn,” reminding baby to never be afraid of making some noise and raising their voice. Nela can also be a shortened version of Antonela, which means “praiseworthy.” As baby finds their passion and carve their way to success, the name Nela will remind them that they earned every ounce of acclaim they receive.