Boy name
Neil name meaning
“champion; traditional interpretation”
Neil is a masculine name of Gaelic origin commonly linked to the traditional meaning champion. It derives from Niall, whose original meaning is uncertain. A connection with cloud has also been proposed, providing another explanation alongside champion for the Gaelic name from which Neil is derived.
What does Neil mean?
Champion; traditional interpretation
In Indonesian: juara; makna tradisional
Origin and cultural usage of Neil
Neil derives from Gaelic Niall. Its original meaning is uncertain, but it is traditionally explained as 'champion'; a connection with 'cloud' has also been proposed.
How to pronounce Neil
| Syllables | 1 · 4 letters |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦤꦺꦲꦶꦭ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮔᮨᮄᮜ᮪ |
Is Neil a boy’s name?
Yes, Neil is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Neil ranks #3,497 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Neil
Famous people named Neil
- Neil Iskandar Daulay · b. 1969
- Neil Priharto
- Neil Sadek · b. 1971
FAQ about the name Neil
What is the meaning of Neil?
Neil means champion; traditional interpretation. Neil derives from Gaelic Niall. Its original meaning is uncertain, but it is traditionally explained as 'champion'; a connection with 'cloud' has also been proposed.
Is Neil a boy’s name?
Yes, Neil is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Neil have?
Neil has 1 syllable (Neil) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Neil?
Neil ranks #3,497 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Famous people named Neil?
Notable people named Neil include Neil Iskandar Daulay, Neil Priharto, Neil Sadek.
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