Neel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Neel originates from Sanskrit, meaning 'blue' or 'sapphire'. It has evolved from the Sanskrit word 'nīla' into its modern form. The name is associated with positive traits and has gained popularity in contemporary times. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Neel is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Neel has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Neel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5111th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5303rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3291st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2038th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1535th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1760th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Neel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Neel"
Pronunciation
/niːl/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Neel derives from the Sanskrit word 'nīla', which means 'blue' or 'sapphire'. It is often associated with the color of the sky and water.
Meaning
blue, sapphire
Language Evolution
Nīla (Sanskrit), Neel (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Neel has been used as a given name in various cultures, particularly in South Asia, and has gained popularity in modern times due to its association with positive traits and aesthetics.
Variants & Derivatives
Neil, Niles, Neal
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Neel is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and depth.
Famous People
Neel Mukherjee, Neel Sethi
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Neel"
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 "Neel"
"Neel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5111th of 7545 | 29 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5303rd of 7552 | 27 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3291st of 10718 | 154 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2038th of 16616 | 533 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1535th of 24088 | 1,456 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1760th of 23106 | 1,080 |
Regional Popularity of "Neel" 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) |
52.13% 1921st/3685 |
25.83% 1156th/4475 |
56.72% 2946th/5194 |
37.15% 2347th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
36.56% 1675th/4582 |
19.97% 1031st/5164 |
26.08% 1907th/7313 |
16.95% 1265th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.84% 2105th/3984 |
30.15% 1353rd/4487 |
29.13% 1987th/6822 |
19.26% 1209th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Neel" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Neel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Neel" 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.