Neal
Neal: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /niːl/
Meaning and origin of Neal
- A male given name from Irish, transferred from the surname.
- A male given name, variant of Neil.
How popular is Neal?
Since 1880, 257 girls and 55,048 boys in the U.S. have been named Neal (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1696 in 1912. Its highest rank for boys was #198 in 1952. In 2025, 82 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Neal FAQ
What does the name Neal mean?
A male given name from Irish, transferred from the surname. A male given name, variant of Neil.
What is the origin of the name Neal?
Neal is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Neal?
Since 1880, 257 girls and 55,048 boys in the U.S. have been named Neal (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1696 in 1912. Its highest rank for boys was #198 in 1952. In 2025, 82 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Neal a boy or girl name?
Neal is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 257 girls and 55,048 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.