Nella Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Nella Name at a Glance

Name	Nella
Meaning	Abbreviation of Eleanor 'shining light. '.
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Nella Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Nella means “Abbreviation of Eleanor 'shining light”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Nella Name Origin

Our database records Nella under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Nella a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Nella is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Nella

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