Neala

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Pronounced NEE-luh /ˈni.lə/Medium

Meaning: Neala is a feminine form of the Irish Niall, usually glossed 'champion' (also linked to 'cloud' or 'passionate'). A soft Irish name; we note the root.Low

In 30 seconds: A soft Irish name: Neala is a feminine of Niall, glossed 'champion' (said 'NEE-luh'). We note the root.

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MeaningNeala is a feminine form of the Irish Niall, usually glossed 'champion' (also linked to 'cloud' or 'passionate'). A soft Irish name; we note the root.

U.S. rank (2025)#11630 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 595

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Neala is a feminine form of the Irish Niall, most often glossed 'champion' (with links to 'cloud' and 'passionate'). A soft, heritage-warm name, it lends Niall's strength a gentle shape. We note the root (said 'NEE-luh').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, soft, and Irish.

Did you know? Neala is a feminine form of the Irish Niall, usually glossed 'champion' — a gentle name carrying a strong root, which we note (said 'NEE-luh').

Overall data confidence 50%

References — Neala — Irish feminine of Niall; 'champion'

Variations

NeilaNaylaNealla

Nicknames

NeaNeala

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Neala mean?

Neala is a feminine form of the Irish Niall, usually glossed 'champion' — we note the root.

How do you pronounce Neala?

It's said NEE-luh /ˈni.lə/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Neala a boy or girl name?

Neala is used as a girl's name; the root name Niall is masculine.

How popular is Neala?

Neala is a rare name for girls in the U.S.