Jon vs Neil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jon

Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

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Jon Rank #893

Neil Rank #866

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 vs #893 for Jon.

Is Jon or Neil more popular?

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 compared to Jon at #893 in the United States.

What do Jon and Neil mean?

Jon means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin).

Are Jon and Neil boy or girl names?

Jon is primarily a boy name. Neil is primarily a boy name.