Neil vs Layton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English Scandinavian

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Boy #693 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"herb farm, meadow settlement"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Neil Rank #866

Layton Rank #693

Layton is more popular, ranked #693 vs #866 for Neil.

Is Neil or Layton more popular?

Layton is more popular, ranked #693 compared to Neil at #866 in the United States.

What do Neil and Layton mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Layton means "herb farm, meadow settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Neil and Layton boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Layton is primarily a boy name.