Neil vs Langston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English Scandinavian

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Boy #912 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"long stone settlement"

Origin: Old English

English African-American

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Neil Rank #866

Langston Rank #912

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 vs #912 for Langston.

Is Neil or Langston more popular?

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 compared to Langston at #912 in the United States.

What do Neil and Langston mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Langston means "long stone settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Neil and Langston boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Langston is primarily a boy name.