Nallely
Nallely is a girl's name of Latin American origin.
Meaning
I love you.
Origin and history
Nallely is a feminine name of indigenous Mesoamerican origin, closely related to the Zapotec name Nayeli. It carries the affectionate meaning 'I love you' and gained popularity among Hispanic families in the United States starting in the late 20th century. Today, it remains a recognizable yet distinctive choice with a gentle, melodic sound.
Popularity in the United States
2,994 babies in the United States have been named Nallely since 1880. It ranks #3243 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1981.
States where it is most popular
- CA (42.1 %)
- TX (40.8 %)
- IL (4.3 %)
- AZ (3.7 %)
- CO (1.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 193 |
| 1990-2000 | 905 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,315 |
| 2010-2019 | 456 |
| 2020-2029 | 120 |
Nicknames
Nalle, Lely, Nally
Fun facts
- Nallely is derived from the Zapotec phrase meaning 'I love you', sharing its origin with the more common spelling Nayeli.
- The spelling uses the double 'll', reflecting traditional Spanish orthography for the 'y' sound.