Neil vs Abner

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

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Boy #840 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"father of light"

Origin: Hebrew

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Neil Rank #866

Abner Rank #840

Abner is more popular, ranked #840 vs #866 for Neil.

Is Neil or Abner more popular?

Abner is more popular, ranked #840 compared to Neil at #866 in the United States.

What do Neil and Abner mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Abner means "father of light" (Hebrew origin).

Are Neil and Abner boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Abner is primarily a boy name.