Neile

Irish

"cloud"

Neile Origin and Meaning

The name Neile is a boy's name.

Neile is an uncommon masculine name with uncertain origins. It may be a variant spelling of Neil or Neal, which derive from the Irish name Niall, meaning 'champion' or 'cloud'. Another possibility is that it represents a creative spelling of the feminine name Neala or Neil with an added 'e' for distinction. The name has never achieved widespread usage in English-speaking countries, remaining quite rare throughout recorded naming history. Its unusual spelling gives it a distinctive quality while maintaining the familiar sound of more common names like Neil. The ambiguity of its gender assignment in different contexts might appeal to those seeking a name with flexibility across gender lines.