NAME PROFILE

Neelam

A variant of Charles, meaning 'free man' or 'free person'; a name that embodies a spirit of independence, boundless energy, and a natural ability to lead with kindness and grace.

Key Stats

Total births316
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1992
Peak generationMillennial
First recorded1983
Most recent1998
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 86%TX — 14%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%

Notable People

Carliss Baldwin (Harvard Professor and author of Design Rules) · Carliss McGhee (Community muralist and fine artist) · Carliss Chatman (Associate Professor of Law and legal commentator) · Carliss Miller (Professional basketball player) · Carliss King (Classical pianist and music educator)

Nicknames & Diminutives

CarliLissLissaCarlyLissie

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