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Neil

Neil is a boy name of French origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginFrench
  • StyleOriginal
  • Syllables1
  • US rank#695

How popular is Neil?

Popularity in the United States

Neil has been given to 103,695 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 5,140 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Neil per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Neil has been given to 2,496 babies in France since 1957, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Neil per year in France, 1957–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 647 people called Neil living in Spain, with an average age of 31.7.

103,695 Babies named since 1880
1950s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Neil

Is Neil a boy's or a girl's name?

Neil is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Neil?

Neil has been given to 103,695 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1950s. Its use has declined since that peak.