Feminine dossier · first seen 2015
Nelya
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2023
Peak births
15
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Nelya
How many people are named Nelya?
An estimated 85 living Americans are named Nelya.
How rare is Nelya?
Nelya is very rare among babies today, with 6 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 60% from its 2023 peak.
How old is the typical Nelya?
The median age of a living American named Nelya is approximately 5 years, with most bearers falling between 3 and 8 years old.
Is Nelya still popular?
Yes — Nelya is currently rising in popularity, with 6 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 16.2× higher than the previous decade.
2015Peak 20232025
Peak year
2023
Decline from peak
60%
2025
6
All-time
86