Nevelyn
Norman French · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Nevelyn
Nevelyn is a modern English name derived from the surname Neville, which comes from the Old French "Néville," meaning "new town" (from "new" + "ville").
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Etymology
Nevelyn is a modern English name derived from the surname Neville, which comes from the Old French "Néville," meaning "new town" (from "new" + "ville"). The name has been used primarily in English-speaking countries since the 20th century, with roots in Norman nobility and the historical Neville family of medieval England.
Nevelyn currently ranks #16,995 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1924.
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