Neela Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEE-lah / ˈniː.ləSanskrit; Hindi
Meaning
Sanskrit: blue; Hindi: the color of the sky
Historical & Cultural Background
Neela is derived from the Sanskrit word 'nīla,' which means blue. In Hindu culture, blue is often associated with deities such as Krishna, who is depicted with blue skin. The name is also used in various Indian languages, reflecting its cultural significance. It is a feminine name that has gained popularity in modern times.
Trend Summary
The name Neela has seen a modest level of popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Neelam
- Neel
International Variants
- Nila (Spanish)
- Nila (Arabic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Neela was first seen in the United States in 1972. Neela has ranked as high as #1285 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Neela has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Neela (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 12 | |
| WA | 8 | |
| TX | 7 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 40 |
| 2005 | 46 |
| 2006 | 69 |
| 2007 | 103 |
| 2008 | 93 |
| 2009 | 85 |
| 2010 | 68 |
| 2011 | 62 |
| 2012 | 47 |
| 2013 | 53 |
| 2014 | 54 |
| 2015 | 59 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 48 |
| 2018 | 53 |
| 2019 | 52 |
| 2020 | 44 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 44 |
| 2023 | 44 |
| 2024 | 54 |