Neymar

Boy Name #2,302 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

Named for Brazil greatest modern footballer

Brazilian Latin American

Modern Bold Unique Playful Strong

Meaning & Origin

"modern coinage, origin uncertain"

Origin: Brazilian Portuguese

Language: English

Things to Know About This Name

Strongly associated with Brazilian footballer Neymar Jr., who has had various controversies

The Story of Neymar

Neymar is a modern Brazilian name with uncertain etymological origins. It was the name of the footballers father, Neymar da Silva Santos, before being passed to his son. The name may be a creative coinage or a regional variant. Its rise as a given name is entirely driven by the fame of Neymar Jr.

After Neymar Jr. became one of the world best footballers, his name was adopted by Brazilian and international parents as a tribute. He played for Santos, Barcelona, and Paris Saint-Germain, and is considered one of the greatest Brazilian players since Pele and Ronaldo.

In Brazil, football is a national religion, and naming a child after a great player is a time-honored tradition. Neymar Jr. is one of the most recognizable athletes on Earth, making this name an instant cultural signal.

Fun Facts

Neymar Jr. is Brazil all-time leading scorer in international football
Neymar transferred to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 for a then-world record fee of 222 million euros

Neymar in Other Languages

Arabic Neymar

Spanish Neymar

Portuguese Neymar

Famous People Named Neymar

Neymar Jr.

Athlete

1992

Brazilian footballer and Brazil all-time leading goalscorer, who played for Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #2,302
Total SSA Count: 62
Cultural Origins: Brazilian Latin American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Ney

Pairs Well With

Neymar Gustavo Neymar Felipe Neymar Lucas Neymar Eduardo Neymar Andre Neymar Rafael

Sibling Names

Gabriel Valentina Lucas Isabela Matheus Ana

Also a Girl Name

Neymar is also used as a girl name, ranked #42493.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Neymar

What does the name Neymar mean?

"modern coinage, origin uncertain" (from Brazilian Portuguese). Neymar is a modern Brazilian name with uncertain etymological origins. It was the name of the footballers father, Neymar da Silva Santos, before being passed to his son. The name may be a creative coinage or a regional variant. Its rise as a given name is entirely driven by the fame of Neymar Jr.

What is the origin of the name Neymar?

Neymar has Brazilian Portuguese, Brazilian, and Latin American origins. In Brazilian Portuguese, it means "modern coinage, origin uncertain".

Is Neymar a boy or girl name?

Neymar is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2302. As a girl name, it is ranked #42493. Neymar is more commonly used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Neymar?

Neymar is currently ranked #2302 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Neymar?

Common nicknames for Neymar include Ney.

What are good middle names for Neymar?

Popular middle name pairings include Neymar Gustavo, Neymar Felipe, Neymar Lucas, Neymar Eduardo, Neymar Andre, and Neymar Rafael.

What are good sibling names for Neymar?

Names that pair well with Neymar as siblings include Gabriel, Valentina, Lucas, Isabela, Matheus, and Ana.

How many syllables does Neymar have?

Neymar has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Neymar a common or rare name?

Neymar is an uncommon name, ranked #2302 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Neymar

Neymar is a boy name with Brazilian and Latin American origins . The name means "modern coinage, origin uncertain" in Brazilian Portuguese .

Is Neymar a boy or girl name? Neymar is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,302 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #42,493. Neymar is more commonly used as a boy name.

Neymar is currently ranked #2,302 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Neymar has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Neymar include Ney. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.