Bright, shining light or horn
Nely is often used as a diminutive of names like Cornelia or Helen. It shares the meaning of 'horn' from its Latin roots or 'bright, shining light' from its Greek associations. It is a rare, simplified spelling of the more common Nellie.
About 6 girls were named Nely in 2025.
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US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
