About Nells
The surname Nells is of English origin and is derived from the medieval given name Nel or Nell, which is a diminutive form of the name Eleanor. The name Eleanor itself comes from the Old French name Aliénor, meaning "the other Aenor." The surname Nells therefore signifies a descendant of someone named Nel or Nell, indicating a familial connection to the given name Eleanor.
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The surname Nells is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Nells based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Nells in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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