Nallely first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Nallely has been for the last 47 years (from 1978 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Nallely

A feminine given name of Native American origin meaning "beautiful one".

Popularity of Nallely by gender

Based on the last 47 years of data, Nallely is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 26 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Nallely.

YearMale CountFemale Count
2024026
2023022
2022021
2021019
2020015
2019025
2018021
2017032
2016057
2015047
2014039
2013050
2012076
2011047
2010062
2009096
2008080
20070135
20060102
20050115
20040110
20030110
20020124
20010306
20000137
1999082
19980109
1997097
1996081
1995078
1994092
1993094
19920117
1991091
1990064
1989045
1988040
1987028
1986039
1985014
1984021
198306
197805

The history of the first name Nallely

The given name Nallely traces its origins to the indigenous Nahuatl language spoken by the Aztecs of central Mexico. It is derived from the Nahuatl word "nalli," meaning "four," and the suffix "-lli," which is a diminutive form. The name Nallely can be translated to mean "little four" or "little four-legged creature."

Nahuatl was the dominant language in central Mexico during the time of the Aztec Empire, which flourished from the 14th to the 16th century. The name Nallely likely emerged from this cultural context, although its precise origins and the reasons behind its meaning are not entirely clear.

While there are no known historical references to the name Nallely in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is believed to have been in use among the indigenous population of central Mexico during the pre-Columbian era.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Nallely is from the 16th century, when Spanish conquistadors and missionaries began documenting the indigenous languages and names of the regions they encountered. However, it is likely that the name was in use long before this time.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Nallely, although their fame and impact vary:

  1. Nallely Guadalupe Solano Espinosa (1954 - present), a Mexican politician and former governor of the state of Michoacán.
  2. Nallely Hernández (1987 - present), a Mexican actress and singer known for her roles in telenovelas.
  3. Nallely Paulina Hernández Zamudio (1981 - present), a Mexican sprinter who competed in the 2004 and 2008 Olympic Games.
  4. Nallely Hernández Salazar (1989 - present), a Mexican model and beauty queen who won the Miss Universe México 2010 pageant.
  5. Nallely Santamaría (1997 - present), a Mexican rhythmic gymnast who represented Mexico at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.

It is worth noting that while the name Nallely has its roots in the indigenous Nahuatl language, it has gained popularity and usage beyond its historical context, particularly in Mexico and among the Mexican-American community.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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