Neil vs Noa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

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Boy #988 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"motion, movement"

Origin: Hebrew

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Neil Rank #866

Noa Rank #988

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 vs #988 for Noa.

Is Neil or Noa more popular?

Neil is more popular, ranked #866 compared to Noa at #988 in the United States.

What do Neil and Noa mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Noa means "motion, movement" (Hebrew origin).

Are Neil and Noa boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Noa is primarily a boy name.