Mcneil
Pronunciation: [ m-uhkn-EEL ]
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Mcneil first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 21 babies have been named Mcneil in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mcneil is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,174 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,174
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Mcneil
Mcneil is a boy name .
Mcneil is currently ranked #38,174 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mcneil include Mcn, Mcne, Mcney, Mcneie, Mcy, Mcie, and Mcnkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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