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Nesly

Female

« Nesly is a distinctively Haitian given name derived from "nes", meaning "nose". »

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Meaning, origin, history

Nesly is a unique and distinctive given name of Haitian origin. It is derived from the Creole word "nes" which means "nose". The name Nesly is believed to have been popularized by Haitian singer-songwriter Nesly Jean, who was born on October 17, 1980 in Miami, Florida. Although there may not be a specific historical figure or biblical character associated with the name Nesly, it has gained popularity as a unisex name in recent years due to its unique sound and meaning. Despite its Haitian origins, Nesly is not traditionally used in other French-speaking countries such as France or Canada. Instead, it remains primarily popular within Haitian communities around the world.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Nesly since 1880

Total births
64
Total since 1880
Peak year
2007
8 births
in 2023
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+113%
vs previous 5 years