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Nial

Pronunciation: [ n-EYE-uhl ]

Boy Name #7,848 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Nial is a boy name, recorded for 11 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced n-EYE-uhl.

Parents who love the name Nial often also consider Nina, Nicholas, Nick .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #7,848
Total SSA Count: 11

Alternative Spellings

Niam #1435 Niall #1586

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Nina Nicholas Nick Nimrod Nita Ninnie Nickolas Nicolas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nial

Is Nial a boy or girl name?

Nial is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Nial?

Nial is pronounced n-EYE-uhl.

How popular is the name Nial?

Nial is currently ranked #7848 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Nial a common or rare name?

Nial is an uncommon name, ranked #7848 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Nial

Nial is a boy name .

Nial is currently ranked #7,848 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Nial include Niam, Niall . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.