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Neal
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About Neal
Neal presents itself as a crisp, clean option that cuts through naming complications with elegant simplicity. The single syllable carries surprising depth, managing to sound both contemporary and timeless simultaneously. This name tends to suit boys who develop quiet confidence and steady determination. There's an understated quality to Neal that resists categorization—it's neither overly trendy nor outdatedly traditional. The name functions as a blank canvas, allowing the individual personality to shine without being overshadowed by naming expectations. Neal adapts seamlessly across various social contexts, from casual friendships to professional environments. Parents selecting this name often appreciate its straightforward nature and lack of pretension. It's efficient without being cold, friendly without being overly familiar. The brevity of Neal gives it a modern edge while its established history provides reassurance. Boys bearing this name often find it ages well with them, remaining appropriate from childhood through adulthood.
Popularity of the Name Neal
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #257 | |||
| 1881 | #275 | |||
| 1882 | #292 | |||
| 1883 | #308 | |||
| 1884 | #294 | |||
| 1885 | #294 | |||
| 1886 | #270 | |||
| 1887 | #269 | |||
| 1888 | #294 | |||
| 1889 | #273 | |||
| 1890 | #273 | |||
| 1891 | #275 | |||
| 1892 | #315 | |||
| 1893 | #305 | |||
| 1894 | #277 | |||
| 1895 | #292 | |||
| 1896 | #321 | |||
| 1897 | #277 | |||
| 1898 | #295 | |||
| 1899 | #310 | |||
| 1900 | #270 | |||
| 1901 | #343 | |||
| 1902 | #279 | |||
| 1903 | #264 | |||
| 1904 | #291 | |||
| 1905 | #302 | |||
| 1906 | #319 | |||
| 1907 | #308 | |||
| 1908 | #334 | |||
| 1909 | #338 | |||
| 1910 | #307 | |||
| 1911 | #347 | |||
| 1912 | #337 | |||
| 1913 | #346 | |||
| 1914 | #352 | |||
| 1915 | #355 | |||
| 1916 | #308 | |||
| 1917 | #327 | |||
| 1918 | #337 | |||
| 1919 | #329 | |||
| 1920 | #293 | |||
| 1921 | #314 | |||
| 1922 | #282 | |||
| 1923 | #279 | |||
| 1924 | #284 | |||
| 1925 | #282 | |||
| 1926 | #279 | |||
| 1927 | #291 | |||
| 1928 | #291 | |||
| 1929 | #301 | |||
| 1930 | #292 | |||
| 1931 | #286 | |||
| 1932 | #283 | |||
| 1933 | #277 | |||
| 1934 | #257 | |||
| 1935 | #265 | |||
| 1936 | #265 | |||
| 1937 | #261 | |||
| 1938 | #258 | |||
| 1939 | #256 | |||
| 1940 | #239 | |||
| 1941 | #233 | |||
| 1942 | #237 | |||
| 1943 | #263 | |||
| 1944 | #236 | |||
| 1945 | #233 | #177 | ||
| 1946 | #232 | |||
| 1947 | #243 | |||
| 1948 | #242 | |||
| 1949 | #239 | |||
| 1950 | #217 | |||
| 1951 | #208 | |||
| 1952 | #198 | |||
| 1953 | #216 | |||
| 1954 | #212 | #206 | ||
| 1955 | #220 | |||
| 1956 | #220 | #180 | ||
| 1957 | #218 | |||
| 1958 | #227 | |||
| 1959 | #223 | #219 | ||
| 1960 | #233 | #224 | ||
| 1961 | #237 | |||
| 1962 | #241 | #215 | ||
| 1963 | #227 | #209 | ||
| 1964 | #223 | #227 | #210 | |
| 1965 | #250 | #241 | ||
| 1966 | #254 | #191 | #195 | |
| 1967 | #268 | #258 | #217 | |
| 1968 | #290 | #211 | #237 | |
| 1969 | #281 | #252 | #240 | |
| 1970 | #289 | #214 | ||
| 1971 | #315 | #189 | ||
| 1972 | #333 | #199 | ||
| 1973 | #323 | #296 | #207 | |
| 1974 | #314 | #169 | ||
| 1975 | #293 | #221 | ||
| 1976 | #323 | #275 | #160 | |
| 1977 | #309 | #174 | ||
| 1978 | #307 | #173 | ||
| 1979 | #306 | #241 | ||
| 1980 | #323 | #201 | ||
| 1981 | #320 | #184 | ||
| 1982 | #338 | #174 | ||
| 1983 | #329 | #213 | ||
| 1984 | #332 | #204 | ||
| 1985 | #340 | #199 | ||
| 1986 | #348 | #212 | ||
| 1987 | #408 | #196 | ||
| 1988 | #423 | #192 | ||
| 1989 | #409 | #225 | ||
| 1990 | #459 | #190 | ||
| 1991 | #470 | #227 | #581 | |
| 1992 | #508 | #206 | #643 | |
| 1993 | #520 | #247 | #864 | |
| 1994 | #611 | #329 | #746 | |
| 1995 | #649 | #324 | #827 | |
| 1996 | #640 | #268 | #925 | |
| 1997 | #665 | #372 | ||
| 1998 | #761 | |||
| 1999 | #823 | #368 | ||
| 2000 | #886 | |||
| 2001 | #910 | #486 | ||
| 2002 | #951 | |||
| 2004 | #483 | |||
| 2005 | #502 | |||
| 2007 | #595 | |||
| 2011 | #872 | |||
| 2014 | #832 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Neal
Names Similar to Neal
Nicknames for Neal
- Nealy
- Neo
- N
- Neals
- Neely
Famous People Named Neal
| Neal Armstrong | American astronaut, the first person to walk on the moon |
| Neal Schon | American guitarist, known for his work with the band Journey |
| Neal Stephenson | American author, known for science fiction and speculative fiction works |
| Neal Brennan | American comedian, writer, and director |
| Neal Katyal | American lawyer and former Acting Solicitor General of the United States |
| Neal Cassady | American writer and countercultural figure |
| Neal E. Boyd | American opera singer and winner of "America's Got Talent" |
| Neal McCoy | American country music singer |
| Neal Morse | American musician and progressive rock composer |
| Neal Adams | American comic book artist known for his work on Batman and Green Arrow |
| Neal McDonough | American actor known for "Desperate Housewives" and "Minority Report" |
| Neal Ascherson | Scottish journalist and writer |
| Neal Smith | American musician, drummer for the band Alice Cooper |
| Neal Purvis | British screenwriter known for James Bond films |
| Neal Boortz | American radio host and political commentator |
| Neal H. Moritz | American film producer, known for "Fast & Furious" franchise |
| Neal Hefti | American jazz composer and arranger |
| Neal Ford | American software architect and author |
Characters Named Neal
| Neal Caffrey | From the TV series "White Collar" |
| Neal Cassidy | From the TV series "Once Upon a Time" |
| Neal Marlens | Character from the TV series "The Wonder Years" |
| Neal Kluger | Character from the book "Fudge-a-Mania" by Judy Blume |
| Neal Anderson | Character from the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Neal Wu | From the TV series "Leverage" |
| Neal Hogan | Character from the movie "Troop Beverly Hills" |
| Neal Horsley | Character from the TV series "Rescue Me" |
| Neal Tanner | Character from the movie "Last of the Dogmen" |
| Neal Kringel | From the movie "Never Been Thawed" |
| Neal Schweiber | Character from the movie "Good Boys" |
| Neal Radcliffe | Character from the TV series "The Haunting of Bly Manor" |
| Neal Sampat | From the movie "The Social Network" |
| Neal Fletcher | From the movie "Captain Ron" |
| Neal Dexter | Character from the movie "Riding in Cars with Boys" |
| Neal Kingston | From the TV series "Highway to Heaven" |
| Neal Bishop | From the TV series "Hell on Wheels" |