Cute Names · Entry

Nell

Unique

“uncertain (from Eleanor or Helen)”

Where it's from

English, pet form of Eleanor, Helen or Ellen; the N is usually explained as coming from the old phrase 'mine Eleanor' or 'mine Helen'

Why It's Charming

Nell Gwyn, a popular actress in 17th-century London, was one of England's best-known Nells.

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