Nelda Name Meaning & Origin
Nelda
Pronunciation: NEL-də (key)
Origin of the name Nelda:
Feminine form of Niall, an ancient Irish name of debated etymology. Some suggest that it is derived from niadh (a champion); others think it is from neall (cloud).
From A World of Baby Names by Teresa Norman.
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