Neile

Meaning of Neile

Neile has that storied Gaelic charm of Niall—meaning “champion” or “passionate cloud”—but with a feminine twist, so it feels like a soft breeze laced with determination. Though only a handful of baby girls in the US have worn this name each year (peaking at five to ten occurrences in the mid-’70s, ranking around 735), its rarity makes it a genuine treasure rather than a passing trend. Ideal for parents seeking something both timeless and refreshingly unexpected, Neile balances strength and grace with an effortless NEEL pronunciation. Parents can picture a daughter greeting life with quiet confidence and warmth—just like the name itself, which bridges old-world heritage and modern spirit. And at show-and-tell, she’ll never have to fight over name tags, ensuring her individuality shines from day one.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as NEEL (/ni:l/)

• Nellie
• Nell
• Neila
• Neala