Neil vs Ben

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English Scandinavian

✓ All Clear

Boy #802 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"short form of Benjamin: son of the right hand"

Origin: Hebrew

English Hebrew German Dutch American

✓ All Clear

Neil Rank #866

Ben Rank #802

Ben is more popular, ranked #802 vs #866 for Neil.

Is Neil or Ben more popular?

Ben is more popular, ranked #802 compared to Neil at #866 in the United States.

What do Neil and Ben mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Ben means "short form of Benjamin: son of the right hand" (Hebrew origin).

Are Neil and Ben boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Ben is primarily a boy name.