Neil vs Taylor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neil

Boy #866 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"cloud"

Origin: Old Irish

Irish Scottish English Scandinavian

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Boy #667 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who cuts cloth, tailor"

Origin: Old French/Anglo-Norman taillour

American English Australian

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Neil Rank #866

Taylor Rank #667

Taylor is more popular, ranked #667 vs #866 for Neil.

Is Neil or Taylor more popular?

Taylor is more popular, ranked #667 compared to Neil at #866 in the United States.

What do Neil and Taylor mean?

Neil means "cloud" (Old Irish origin). Taylor means "one who cuts cloth, tailor" (Old French/Anglo-Norman taillour origin).

Are Neil and Taylor boy or girl names?

Neil is primarily a boy name. Taylor is primarily a boy name.