What does Nell mean?
English: A diminutive form of Eleanor, meaning 'light'.. Nell is often considered a diminutive of Eleanor, which means 'light' or 'shining light'. It has been used as a standalone name as well.
Is Nell a good dog name?
Not yet rated. Short and clear — a practical length for recall at the park.
Nell in the Pets in the City community
We don't have publishable popularity figures for Nell in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.
From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. Our community, not a national census.
What kind of dog does Nell suit?
Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.
Our entirely unscientific pack opinion
Nell Arrives at Check-In
As the other pups whisper about Nell, one says, "I hope she’s as bright as her name suggests! I could use a little light in my life... especially at dinner time!"