Neville Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEV-uhl / /ˈnɛv.əl/French; Latin
Meaning
French: new; Latin: from the new town
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Neville has roots in both French and Latin. It is derived from a place name in Normandy, France, meaning 'new town.' The name gained popularity in England during the Norman Conquest. It has been borne by several notable historical figures, particularly in the English nobility.
Trend Summary
The name Neville has seen a slight resurgence in popularity in recent years, particularly influenced by its use in popular culture.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nev
- Nevy
International Variants
- Néville (French)
- Neuville (French)
Famous people named Neville
Neville Chamberlain was a British Prime Minister known for his policy of appeasement before World War II.
Neville Longbottom is a character from the Harry Potter series, known for his bravery and growth throughout the story.
Neville Goddard was a prominent mystic and author known for his teachings on the power of imagination.
Neville Southall is a retired Welsh footballer who played as a goalkeeper and is regarded as one of the best in his position.
Fictional characters named Neville
Neville Longbottom is a character in the Harry Potter series who evolves from a timid boy to a courageous hero.
Neville is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus,' known for his clumsiness and kind heart.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Neville was first seen in the United States in 1905. Neville has ranked as high as #1036 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, Kentucky, Texas, and California. In the past 5 years the name Neville has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Neville (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1905 | 7 |
| 1909 | 10 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 21 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 25 |
| 1917 | 18 |
| 1918 | 27 |
| 1919 | 24 |
| 1920 | 19 |
| 1921 | 24 |
| 1922 | 26 |
| 1923 | 25 |
| 1924 | 16 |
| 1925 | 19 |
| 1926 | 26 |
| 1927 | 26 |
| 1928 | 23 |
| 1929 | 21 |
| 1930 | 26 |
| 1931 | 19 |
| 1932 | 21 |
| 1933 | 41 |
| 1934 | 17 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 22 |
| 1937 | 25 |
| 1938 | 28 |
| 1939 | 23 |
| 1940 | 21 |
| 1941 | 19 |
| 1942 | 22 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 18 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 15 |
| 1949 | 18 |
| 1950 | 18 |
| 1951 | 19 |
| 1952 | 19 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 20 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 25 |
| 1959 | 25 |
| 1960 | 24 |
| 1961 | 21 |
| 1962 | 20 |
| 1963 | 27 |
| 1964 | 35 |
| 1965 | 22 |
| 1966 | 25 |
| 1967 | 24 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 24 |
| 1970 | 31 |
| 1971 | 33 |
| 1972 | 26 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 27 |
| 1975 | 42 |
| 1976 | 28 |
| 1977 | 27 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 23 |
| 1980 | 32 |
| 1981 | 22 |
| 1982 | 26 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 37 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 29 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1991 | 36 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 26 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 25 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 19 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2024 | 7 |