NAME PROFILE
Ney
To revolve or spin rapidly; a Scottish term for energetic motion. This name characterizes a person who is spirited, quick-witted, and naturally capable of keeping things moving with a joyful, infectious energy.
Key Stats
| Total births | 31 |
| Gender | Male (22% / 78%) |
| Peak year | 1916 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1916 |
| Most recent | 1916 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NC — 100%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%NH — 0%
Notable People
Birl Mills (American Bluegrass Fiddler) · Birl Branam (University of Arkansas Athlete) · Birl Bolin (Regional Educator and Public Speaker) · Birl E. Shonkwiler (Midwestern Local Official) · Birl S. Brown (Notable Pioneer and Settler)
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