Leif vs Neil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leif

Boy #926 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"heir, descendant, beloved"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

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Leif Rank #926

Neil Rank #866

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 vs #926 for Leif.

Is Leif or Neil more popular?

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 compared to Leif at #926 in the United States.

What do Leif and Neil mean?

Leif means "heir, descendant, beloved" (Old Norse origin). Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin).

Are Leif and Neil boy or girl names?

Leif is primarily a boy name. Neil is primarily a boy name.