Neal
boy name#1906 in 2025Neal entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #198 in 1952, ranks #1906 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1906
rank today
#198
peak (1952)
82
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #279 |
| 1890s | #290 |
| 1900s | #302 |
| 1910s | #334 |
| 1920s | #290 |
| 1930s | #270 |
| 1940s | #240 |
| 1950s | #216 |
| 1960s | #250 |
| 1970s | #311 |
| 1980s | #357 |
| 1990s | #610 |
| 2000s | #1197 |
| 2010s | #1439 |
| 2020s | #1730 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Neal has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 36,000 people named Neal are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Neal alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Neal in 2025?
- Neal ranks #1906 among US boy names in 2025, with 82 babies given the name.
- When was the name Neal most popular?
- Neal peaked in 1952, reaching #198 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Neal with classmates?
- Neal will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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