Neil Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Neil Name at a Glance

Name	Neil
Meaning	Champion.
Origin	Gaelic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Neil Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Neil means “Champion”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Neil Name Origin

Our database records Neil under Gaelic origin. Browse more Gaelic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Neil a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Neil is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Neil

When considering Neil for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.