Neil vs Neal

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English Scandinavian

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Boy #2,000 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"passionate, ardent"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English American

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Neil Rank #866

Neal Rank #2,000

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 vs #2000 for Neal.

Is Neil or Neal more popular?

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 compared to Neal at #2000 in the United States.

What do Neil and Neal mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Neal means "passionate, ardent" (Old Irish origin).

Are Neil and Neal boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Neal is primarily a boy name.