Neil Aubin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Neil Aubin — Celtic
99K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Neil Aubin is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Neil is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. Neil is a masculine name of Irish origin. The name is an anglicisation of the Irish Niall which is of disputed derivation. The Irish name may be derived from words meaning "cloud", "passionate", "victory", "honour" or "champion". Most authorities cite the meaning of Neil in the context of a surname as meaning "champion". Origins The Gaelic name was adopted by the Vikings and taken to Iceland as Njáll (see Nigel). From Iceland it went via Norway, Denmark, and Normandy to England. The name also entered Northern England and Yorkshire directly from Ireland, and from Norwegian settlers. The surname Aubin: Aubin is a masculine French given name variant of Albin, from the Roman cognate Albinus, derived from the Latin albus, meaning "white" or "bright". It is also common as a surname. People with the name Aubin include: Albinus of Angers, aka Saint Aubin of Angers, French saint Aubin-Edmond Arsenault (1870–1968), Premier of Prince Edward Island, Canada Joseph Aubin Doiron (1922–1995), Canadian, Arcadian politician Surname Albert Zenophile Aubin (1891–1957), Canadian politician Azaire Adulphe Aubin (1850–?), Canadian politician Charlotte Aubin (born 1991), Canadian actress Christian Aubin (1927–200. Neil is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 99K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Neil reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Neil

Celtic

Neil is a masculine name of Irish origin. The name is an anglicisation of the Irish Niall which is of disputed derivation. The Irish name may be derived from words meaning "cloud", "passionate", "victory", "honour" or "champion". Most authorities cite the meaning of Neil in the context of a surname as meaning "champion". Origins The Gaelic name was adopted by the Vikings and taken to Iceland as Njáll (see Nigel). From Iceland it went via Norway, Denmark, and Normandy to England. The name also entered Northern England and Yorkshire directly from Ireland, and from Norwegian settlers.

Surname: Aubin

Latin

Aubin is a masculine French given name variant of Albin, from the Roman cognate Albinus, derived from the Latin albus, meaning "white" or "bright". It is also common as a surname. People with the name Aubin include: Albinus of Angers, aka Saint Aubin of Angers, French saint Aubin-Edmond Arsenault (1870–1968), Premier of Prince Edward Island, Canada Joseph Aubin Doiron (1922–1995), Canadian, Arcadian politician Surname Albert Zenophile Aubin (1891–1957), Canadian politician Azaire Adulphe Aubin (1850–?), Canadian politician Charlotte Aubin (born 1991), Canadian actress Christian Aubin (1927–200.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Neil is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Neil by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Neil Aubin

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Neil Aubin:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Neil?
The first name Neil originates from Celtic. Neil is a masculine name of Irish origin. The name is an anglicisation of the Irish Niall which is of disputed derivation. The Irish name may be derived from words meaning "cloud", "passionate", "victory", "honour" or "champion". Most authorities cite the meaning of Neil in the context of a surname as meaning "champion". Origins The Gaelic name was adopted by the Vikings and taken to Iceland as Njáll (see Nigel). From Iceland it went via Norway, Denmark, and Normandy to England. The name also entered Northern England and Yorkshire directly from Ireland, and from Norwegian settlers.
When was Neil most popular?
The name Neil reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Aubin?
The surname Aubin originates from Latin. Aubin is a masculine French given name variant of Albin, from the Roman cognate Albinus, derived from the Latin albus, meaning "white" or "bright". It is also common as a surname. People with the name Aubin include: Albinus of Angers, aka Saint Aubin of Angers, French saint Aubin-Edmond Arsenault (1870–1968), Premier of Prince Edward Island, Canada Joseph Aubin Doiron (1922–1995), Canadian, Arcadian politician Surname Albert Zenophile Aubin (1891–1957), Canadian politician Azaire Adulphe Aubin (1850–?), Canadian politician Charlotte Aubin (born 1991), Canadian actress Christian Aubin (1927–200.
What are the origins of the name Neil Aubin?
The name Neil Aubin combines two different traditions: the first name Neil has Celtic roots, while the surname Aubin originates from Latin.
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