How popular is the name Neill in 2025?

Neill is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Neill most popular?

Neill peaked in 1940, reaching #1183 among US boy names.

Neill will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Neill entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1183 in 1940, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#1183

peak (1940)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,200 people named Neill are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Neill alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Neill in 2025?: Neill is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Neill most popular?: Neill peaked in 1940, reaching #1183 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Neill with classmates?: Neill will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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