Nil
nil
US Popularity:9225
Origin:Gaelic
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Champion; Cloud; River, Nile, from the Nile River
Nil is a gender-neutral name, the male version being of Gaelic origin, meaning “champion” and “cloud,” and the neutral form particularly beloved in Turkey, meaning "river," "Nile," or “from the Nile River.” With such a rich history and culture for any gender, baby Nil can look to their name for inspiration from times long past. From the sky above to the water that runs below, this earthy name pays homage to nature and the gentle yet constant movement within. Whatever life may bring, baby Nil will emerge as a champion in their own right.
Nil Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Nil is currently #4593 on The Bump
Boy:Nil is currently #3082 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Nil is currently #2565 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Nil is currently #9225 in U.S. births
Boy:Nil is currently #20765 in U.S. births
Girl:Nil is currently #12562 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#12562
in 2023
+ 2717
from 2022
Sources
WordSense Dictionary, Nil
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 487
Behind the Name, Nil, January 2022
Behind the Name, Neilos, May 2020
Name Doctor, Neil
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