Neil: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A champion who strives with passion and heart.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #749
- Peak
- #146 in 1953
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Neil Means
Neil is a boy name of English origin. A champion who strives with passion and heart.
How Popular Neil Is
Neil currently ranks #749 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #146 in 1953. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Neil
- Neil peaked at #146 in the U.S. in 1953.
- Neil is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Neil is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Neil
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Sibling Names for Neil
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Questions About Neil
What does Neil mean?
Neil is a boy name of English origin. A champion who strives with passion and heart.
How popular is Neil?
Neil currently ranks #749 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #146 in 1953. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Neil come from?
Neil comes from English roots. Neil peaked at #146 in the U.S. in 1953.
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