NAME PROFILE
Neill
Derived from the Han-Viet character for 'beyond' or 'to surpass,' it signifies a spirit of resilience and transcendence. It describes a person who is ambitious, culturally grounded, and always striving to reach new heights.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,834 |
| Gender | Male (5% / 95%) |
| Peak year | 1952 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1913 |
| Most recent | 1992 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NC — 55%CA — 15%NY — 15%TX — 10%IL — 5%
Notable People
Viet Thanh Nguyen (Author of 'The Sympathizer') · Viet Xuan Luong (Major General in the U.S. Army) · Viet Khang (Songwriter and activist) · Viet Dung (Musician and media personality) · Viet Cuong (Award-winning American composer)
Similar Names
Compare Neill
Get the full Name Scout experience on mobile
Swipe through names with your partner, run AI-powered name analysis, track tournaments, and sync favorites across devices. 33,000+ names with SSA data from 1910 to 2025.
App Store
Google Play