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Nelta

A name of Germanic origin meaning 'lion of battle' or 'battle lioness'. It suggests a person who possesses a courageous spirit and the heart of a protector, standing strong and loyal for those they love.

Key Stats

Total births477
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1934
Peak generationSilent Gen
First recorded1923
Most recent1942
Syllables2
OriginGerman, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

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Name Traits & Attributes

🏛️ Vintage Heritage

Top States

TX — 91%AR — 9%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%

Notable People

Leonilda Gonzalez (Acclaimed printmaker and artist) · Leonilda Marandola (Dedicated educator and academic leader) · Leonilda Prato (Notable novelist and writer) · Leonilda Rossi (Soprano and opera performer) · Leonilda Volpini (Advocate for social and political change)

Nicknames & Diminutives

LeoLeonieNildaNildieLoni

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