Nelli
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Popularity:
10863
Origin:
Greek
Other Origin(s):
French
Meaning:
Sunray, shining light
Celebrate baby's shining potential with the feminine name Nelli. This adorable moniker takes after the Greek classic, Helen, meaning "sunray" or "shining light." In Greek mythology, Helen of Troy is the embodiment of natural beauty, and her abduction leads to the Trojan War. Nelli is also a nickname for the French form Eleanor. Your little star will look on the sunnier side of life from dawn to dusk!