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Origin: French

Meaning: Of Eleanor; Bright one, shining one

Nelida is a unique feminine name with Spanish, French, and Hebrew origins. This stunning moniker is a variant of the name Eleanor, meaning "bright one" and "shining one." Nelida was also the name of a semi-autobiographical novel published in 1846 and written by French author Marie d'Agoult. This name is an excellent way to honor baby's heritage while linking baby to the world of literacy.