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Nelle

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Name — A feminine given name, a variant short form of Eleanor or Helen.

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Etymology

Formed from Ellen spelled backwards. It was popularised by the author Harper Lee, whose own first name Nelle was derived the same way from her grandmother's name.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Nelle” mean?
The word “Nelle” means a feminine given name, a variant short form of Eleanor or Helen.
How do you use “Nelle” in a sentence?
Here is “Nelle” used in a sentence: “Nelle Harper Lee was the author of "To Kill a Mockingbird.".”
What part of speech is “Nelle”?
“Nelle” is a name.

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