Nerys - name meaning, origin

The girl's name Nerys \n(e)-

is of Welsh origin, and its meaning is "noblewoman". Modern coinage. The given meaning is based on the name's similarity to the Welsh word "ner", meaning "lord" and the endings of the names Gladys and Dilys.

Nerys has 3 variant forms: Neris, Neriss and Neryss.

Baby names that sound like Nerys are Neryssa, Nerissa, Nerice and Naryssa.

Nerys is an uncommon first name for women and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl name Nerys. Compare Nerys with its variant forms and related girl names.

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