| Meaning | champion |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Niles |
The baby boy name Niles exudes a sense of strength and resilience, drawing from its English origin and rich history. Derived from the Old English name "Nigel," which means "champion" or "cloud," Niles bestows upon its bearer a legacy of triumph and aspiration. The name's connection to clouds symbolizes the potential for boundless growth and adaptability.
Niles shares a kinship with variations like Nigel, Neil, and Nile, reflecting a timeless appeal that has resonated through generations. Similar names such as Miles and Giles evoke a sense of familiarity while maintaining their individuality.
Famous male figures bearing the name Niles have left their mark in various fields, from entertainment to science. Notably, the fictional character Niles Crane from the TV show "Frasier" is beloved for his wit and sophistication.
Whether you choose Niles as a tribute to its historical significance or for its modern charm, this name holds the promise of a distinguished and resilient individual, destined to conquer life's challenges and reach for the heights of success.
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| Niles Eldredge | American paleontologist |
| Niles Standish | American cartoonist |
| Niles Lathem | American diplomat |
| Niles Merton | British painter |
| Niles Welch | American football player |
| Niles Paul | American football player |
| Niles Harris | American musician |
| Niles Thomas | British artist |
| Niles Miller | American politician |
| Niles Fitch | American actor |
| Niles Hailstones | Australian journalist |
| Niles Goodman | American architect |
| Niles Holt | American mathematician |
| Niles Westlund | American author |
| Niles Brock | American journalist |
| Niles Huemann | American musician |
| Niles Hilton | American poet |
| Niles Montplaisir | Canadian ice dancer |
| Niles Uyeda | American evolutionary biologist |
| Niles Crane | "Frasier" TV show |
| Niles Caulder | The Chief - DC Comics character |
| Niles Van Roekel | "Goosebumps" book series |
| Niles Pottinger | "The Hardy Boys" book series |
| Niles Buchanan | "One Life to Live" TV show |
| Niles Lawson | "Unsolved Mysteries" TV show |
| Niles French | "Stuck in the Middle" TV show |
| Niles Bixby | "Hotel Transylvania" movie series |
| Niles Jasper Lutem | "Legend of Mana" video game |
| Niles Darcy | "The Bold and the Beautiful" TV show |
| Niles Tremaine | "Nancy Drew" book series |
| Niles Ferrier | "Days of Our Lives" TV show |
| Niles Gresham | "Agatha Christie's Marple" TV show |
| Niles Gaiman | "World of Warcraft" video game |
| Niles Gilliam | "Lucifer" TV show |
| Niles Andecker | "Elementary" TV show |
| Niles Haliday | "Sleepy Hollow" TV show |
| Niles Fitch | "This Is Us" TV show - also named after actor Niles Fitch |
| Niles Gukhwa | "The Emperor's Lady-in-Waiting Is Wanted as a Bride" webcomic |