O'neall

Irish

"from the chief's line"

O'neall Origin and Meaning

The name O'neall is a boy's name.

O'neall is a masculine name derived from Irish surname traditions. It represents a variant spelling of O'Neill, one of Ireland's oldest and most prominent family names. The original Gaelic form, Ó Néill, means "descendant of Niall," referring to Niall of the Nine Hostages, a legendary High King of Ireland from the 4th century. The distinctive apostrophe and double 'l' spelling gives this version a unique appearance while maintaining its Irish heritage. As a first name, O'neall remains extremely rare, appealing to parents seeking a strong cultural connection to Irish ancestry while offering something distinctive. The surname-as-first-name trend has gained popularity in recent decades, making O'neall feel both traditional and contemporary.