Nealie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Nealie is an English name derived from the Gaelic name Niall, meaning 'champion' or 'passionate'. It has evolved through various historical forms including Niall and Neil. The name is often seen as friendly and approachable, and while it does not have biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in the 20th century. Variants include Neil, Neal, and Niall.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Nealie"
Pronunciation
/ˈniːli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Nealie is derived from the name Neil, which comes from the Gaelic name Niall, meaning 'champion' or 'passionate'.
Meaning
champion, passionate
Language Evolution
Niall, Neil, Neal, Nealie
Historical Usage
Nealie became popular in English-speaking countries in the 20th century as a diminutive form of Neil.
Variants & Derivatives
Neil, Neal, Niall, Nellie
Modern Popularity & Image
Nealie is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and charm.
Famous People
Nealie Rutt, Nealie R. Hargrove
📊 Nealie Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Explore More Nealie Name Visualizations
✨ Nealie Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 22 peak births in 1916
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in North Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Nealie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Nealie"
"Nealie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5870th of 7545 | 17 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1834th of 9107 | 368 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3834th of 9204 | 103 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8234th of 12526 | 30 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11870th of 19264 | 29 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 21402nd of 27321 | 14 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 24522nd of 35406 | 22 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 25294th of 30306 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Nealie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Nealie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
64.84% 1534th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Nealie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Nealie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Nealie" in the United States
The name Nealie is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Nealie has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Nealie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5870th out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1834th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3834th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8234th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11870th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 21402nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24522nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 25294th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Nealie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.