Neil vs Jon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

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Boy #893 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew

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Neil Rank #866

Jon Rank #893

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

Is Neil or Jon more popular?

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

What do Neil and Jon mean?

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

Are Neil and Jon boy or girl names?

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