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Nels

Nels name meaning

The name Nels is derived from the Old Norse name Njáll, which is thought to mean "cloud" or "dark one."

Nels name origin

Celtic English

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4 letter name

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In 2022, 100% of babies named Nels were boys

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Nels - FAQ

What is the meaning of the name Nels?
The meaning of the name Nels is The name Nels is derived from the Old Norse name Njáll, which is thought to mean "cloud" or "dark one.".
What is the origin of the name Nels?
The origin of the name Nels is Celtic English .
Is Nels a girl or boy name?
The name Nels is a masculine name. According to our statistics, 100.00% of babies called Nels were boys, 0.00% of babies called Nels were girls.
What is the popularity of the name Nels?
According to statistics, Nels is ranked 5130th most popular boy name in the US, in 2022.
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