Neel Boy

Popularity: #837 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationNEEL / niːl

Sanskrit; Hindi

Meaning

Sanskrit: blue; Hindi: the color blue

Historical & Cultural Background

Neel is derived from the Sanskrit word 'nīla', which means blue. In Hindu mythology, blue is often associated with deities such as Krishna and Shiva. The name is commonly used in India and among Hindi-speaking populations. It reflects a cultural appreciation for the color, which symbolizes depth and tranquility.

Similar Names

ReelTealSealKeelZealNealGheel

Variants

  • Neel
  • Neela

International Variants

  • Nilo (Spanish)
  • Niels (Danish)
  • Nils (Swedish)

Famous people named Neel

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Fictional characters named Neel

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Sibling Suggestions

NeilNikhilNiravNitinNiranjan

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Neel was first seen in the United States in 1918. Neel has ranked as high as #1230 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Neel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Neel (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 19
37%
TX 13
25%
WA 8
16%
IL 6
12%
PA 5
10%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19188
19195
19206
19245
19275
19305
19485
19525
19569
19638
19675
19699
19705
19736
197416
197515
197613
197725
197824
197915
198021
198120
198227
198332
198435
198531
198620
198729
198834
198940
199029
199142
199238
199331
199438
199534
199653
199754
199874
199963
200079
200176
200271
200382
200486
200582
200693
2007122
2008108
2009148
2010140
201197
201281
201381
201490
201595
201698
2017115
201886
201981
202083
202194
2022103
202367
202487