Niel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Niel is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'God is my light'. It has evolved from historical forms like Neil and Niall. The name carries a sense of divine guidance and has biblical relevance. Niel has gained popularity in the English-speaking world since the mid-20th century, and is often perceived positively, associated with creativity and intelligence. Notable figures include Niel Young and Niel Armstrong.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Niel"
Pronunciation
/niːl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Niel is derived from the Hebrew name 'Niel', which means 'God is my light'. It has roots in the biblical context.
Meaning
God is my light
Language Evolution
Niel, Neil, Niall
Biblical Background
Niel is associated with biblical references, particularly in the context of names that signify divine light or guidance.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly in the mid-1900s.
Variants & Derivatives
Neil, Niall, Neyl
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Niel is viewed as a classic yet unique name, often associated with creativity and intelligence.
Famous People
Niel Young, a renowned Canadian musician, and songwriter., Niel Armstrong, an iconic American astronaut.
📊 Niel Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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✨ Niel Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 26 peak births in 1958
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Niel"
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 "Niel"
"Niel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2729th of 7545 | 147 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1910th of 6773 | 267 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1747th of 7552 | 383 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2574th of 10718 | 231 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4396th of 16616 | 175 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8666th of 24088 | 112 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10747th of 23106 | 64 |
Regional Popularity of "Niel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
83.05% 1176th/1416 |
91.44% 1261st/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
57.49% 1397th/2430 |
- |
54.52% 1513th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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76.12% 3931st/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Niel" 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) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Niel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Niel" 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 "Niel" in the United States
The name Niel is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Niel has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, 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 West. Across generations, 'Niel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2729th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1910th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1747th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2574th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4396th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8666th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10747th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Niel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.