Nelli-Maria
Greek and Hebrew · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Nelli-Maria
Nelli-Maria is a compound name combining Nelli (derived from Helen, from Greek *helene* meaning "bright" or "shining") and Maria (from Latin *Maria*, itself derived from Hebrew *Miriam*, meaning "beloved" or "star of the sea").
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Etymology
Nelli-Maria is a compound name combining Nelli (derived from Helen, from Greek *helene* meaning "bright" or "shining") and Maria (from Latin *Maria*, itself derived from Hebrew *Miriam*, meaning "beloved" or "star of the sea"). The name is primarily used in Scandinavian and Finnish cultures, particularly in Finland and Sweden, reflecting the regional practice of combining traditional names; it gained modest use in the 20th century as part of the Scandinavian naming tradition.
Nelli-Maria currently ranks #3,346 in the United States as a girl's name.
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