Neile

Neile is a personal name that can function as both a surname and a given name. It is typically treated as a variant spelling of Neil, which in turn derives from the Gaelic name Niall. The form Neile has appeared in historical records, reflecting regional spelling practices and the broader adoption of Anglicized versions of Gaelic names.

The underlying Gaelic name Niall is traditional in Ireland and Scotland and is commonly associated with the meaning “champion,” though exact etymology remains a topic of discussion among scholars. As a spelling variant, Neile shares this heritage and has been encountered in various genealogical and archival sources, often within English- or Irish-speaking contexts.

Today, Neile remains relatively uncommon as a name. It tends to appear more in older documents and among families with historical ties to regions where English and Gaelic naming practices intersect. Related names that share the same linguistic roots include Neal, Neill, Neil, and Niall. Because Neile is infrequent, references to it are usually of historical interest or used in the study of onomastics and genealogy.