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Nefeli

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Nefeli: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2024.

Of Greek origin, Nefeli means "cloud" and comes from the ancient Greek *Nephelē*, the name of a cloud nymph in mythology created by Zeus from a cloud to trick the Titan Ixion. In modern Greece, it shares roots with the word *nephos* for cloud, giving it a light, airy feel. The name gained wider recognition through Nefeli, a character in the 1998 film *The Other Side of the Sea*, and is notably borne by Greek singer Nefeli Fasouli. It also connects to the mythological figure Nephele, who appears in the story of the Golden Fleece. While rare in Scotland, Nefeli has seen occasional use since the 2000s, appealing to parents drawn to lyrical, nature-inspired names with a classical pedigree.