Neill

Boy name

Neill has been given to 1,834 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It peaked in 1950.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,834

Peak year

1950 (36 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1912

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Neill — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Neilboy

105,254 babies since 1880

Nellgirl

27,710 babies since 1880

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Rennieunisex

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FAQ

How popular is the name Neill?

Neill has been given to 1,834 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Neill peak?

Neill peaked in 1950, when 36 babies were given the name.

Is Neill a girl or boy name?

Neill is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Neill are boys).

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