Neill
Neill: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Neill
- A male given name from Irish, variant of Neil.
- A surname from Irish or transferred from the given name, variant of Neil.
Etymology
Variant spelling of Neil, anglicised form of Goidelic/Irish Niall.
How popular is Neill?
Since 1880, 1,834 boys in the U.S. have been named Neill. Its highest rank for boys was #1200 in 1940. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Neill FAQ
What does the name Neill mean?
A male given name from Irish, variant of Neil. A surname from Irish or transferred from the given name, variant of Neil. Variant spelling of Neil, anglicised form of Goidelic/Irish Niall.
What is the origin of the name Neill?
Neill is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Neill?
Since 1880, 1,834 boys in the U.S. have been named Neill. Its highest rank for boys was #1200 in 1940. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Neill a boy or girl name?
Neill is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,834 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.