Neil Glazier

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Neil Glazier — Celtic
99K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Neil Glazier 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 Glazier: Alan Glazier (1939–2020), retired English darts player Bill Glazier (born 1943), English professional footballer Frank Glazier (1934–1993), American football coach James A. Glazier (born 1962), American biophysicist, bioengineer, author, and educator Kenneth MacLean Glazier, Sr. (1912–1989), Canadian minister and librarian Loss Pequeño Glazier, American poet Mitch Glazier (born 1966), American lawyer and lobbyist Rick Glazier (born 1955), Democratic member of the North Carolina General Assembly Sidney Glazier (1916–2002), American film producer Stephen D. 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: Glazier

English

Alan Glazier (1939–2020), retired English darts player Bill Glazier (born 1943), English professional footballer Frank Glazier (1934–1993), American football coach James A. Glazier (born 1962), American biophysicist, bioengineer, author, and educator Kenneth MacLean Glazier, Sr. (1912–1989), Canadian minister and librarian Loss Pequeño Glazier, American poet Mitch Glazier (born 1966), American lawyer and lobbyist Rick Glazier (born 1955), Democratic member of the North Carolina General Assembly Sidney Glazier (1916–2002), American film producer Stephen D.

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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 Glazier

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 Glazier:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Glazier?
The surname Glazier originates from English. Alan Glazier (1939–2020), retired English darts player Bill Glazier (born 1943), English professional footballer Frank Glazier (1934–1993), American football coach James A. Glazier (born 1962), American biophysicist, bioengineer, author, and educator Kenneth MacLean Glazier, Sr. (1912–1989), Canadian minister and librarian Loss Pequeño Glazier, American poet Mitch Glazier (born 1966), American lawyer and lobbyist Rick Glazier (born 1955), Democratic member of the North Carolina General Assembly Sidney Glazier (1916–2002), American film producer Stephen D.
What are the origins of the name Neil Glazier?
The name Neil Glazier combines two different traditions: the first name Neil has Celtic roots, while the surname Glazier originates from English.
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