Nehal
UnisexNehal has been given to 279 babies in the U.S. since 1973. It peaked in 2011. In 2025, about 1 in 321,453 girls was named Nehal.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
279
Peak year
2011 (20 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1973
10-year trend
▼ -29%
Gender split
72% girls / 28% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nehal — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nehal.
Sibling name ideas for Nehal
Same era and popularity as Nehal, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nehal?
Nehal has been given to 279 babies in the U.S. since 1973. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nehal peak?
Nehal peaked in 2011, when 20 babies were given the name.
Is Nehal a girl or boy name?
Nehal is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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