Nellis

Gender: Female
Origin: American
Meaning: Horn

What is the meaning of the name Nellis?

The name Nellis is primarily a female name of American origin that means Horn.

The name **Nellis** is a variation of the name **Nell** or **Cornelius**, depending on its origin. It has Dutch roots, where it is often used as a short form of **Cornelis**, which means “horn” or “strong-willed” and is derived from the Latin name **Cornelius**.

In other cases, **Nellis** can also be a diminutive of the name **Nell**, which is an English name meaning “light” or “torch,” often associated with names like Eleanor or Helen.

Thus, the name **Nellis** can signify **strength** or **light** depending on the origin.

Different Spellings of the name Nellis:

Here are some different spellings and variations of the name **Nellis**:

1. **Nelliss**
2. **Nellus**
3. **Neles**
4. **Nellias**
5. **Nellius**
6. **Nellis** (unchanged)
7. **Nelliz**
8. **Nelesse**

These variations may be influenced by linguistic and cultural differences.