NAME PROFILE
Niall
Niall is an Irish name derived from the Old Irish word 'niall,' meaning 'champion' or 'cloud.' It carries a sense of strength and nobility, often associated with leadership and charisma.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,094 |
| Gender | Male (29% / 71%) |
| Peak year | 2018 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1986 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 35%CA — 28%MA — 18%IL — 9%TX — 9%
Notable People
Niall Horan (Singer, member of One Direction) · Niall Ferguson (Historian and author) · Niall Quinn (Former footballer and sports pundit) · Niall O'Brien (Irish cricketer) · Niall Breslin (Musician and mental health advocate)
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