Light or bright one
Nelli is a diminutive form of names such as Helen, Eleanor, or Petronella. It is most commonly associated with the Greek word for light, though its usage as a standalone name has grown in Northern and Eastern Europe.
Less common today
Nelli isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,136 in 2021.
Five-time Olympic gold medalist gymnast
Dutch former world record holder in the 60m sprint
Russian stage and film actress
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
