Neil vs Darwin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English Scandinavian

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Boy #841 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"beloved companion"

Origin: Old English

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Neil Rank #866

Darwin Rank #841

Darwin is more popular, ranked #841 vs #866 for Neil.

Is Neil or Darwin more popular?

Darwin is more popular, ranked #841 compared to Neil at #866 in the United States.

What do Neil and Darwin mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Darwin means "beloved companion" (Old English origin).

Are Neil and Darwin boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Darwin is primarily a boy name.