Niegel
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Niegel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 29 babies have been named Niegel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Niegel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,307 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #17,307
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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"topographic surname from a place in E..."
#17,413 in US
Scottish patronymic origin
"son of Neil"
#17,280 in US
Old French origin
"one from Bourgeon"
#17,114 in US
Hebrew Migdal origin
"from Magdala"
#17,408 in US
Vietnamese/Chinese origin
"peace, peaceful"
#17,189 in US
Bantu origin
"energetic, lively"
#17,128 in US
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About the Name Niegel
Niegel is a boy name .
Niegel is currently ranked #17,307 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Niegel include Nie, Nieg, Niegy, Niegie, Niy, Niie, and Niekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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