Neil Kimble

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Neil Kimble — Celtic
99K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Neil Kimble 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 Kimble: Surname Alan Kimble (born 1966), English football manager and retired player Bo Kimble (born 1966), American retired college and National Basketball Association player Darin Kimble (born 1968), Canadian retired National Hockey League player Garry Kimble (born 1966), English football manager and retired player George C. Kimble (1803–1836), a defender of the Alamo H. Jeff Kimble (born 1949), professor of physics at the California Institute of Technology John H. 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: Kimble

English

Surname Alan Kimble (born 1966), English football manager and retired player Bo Kimble (born 1966), American retired college and National Basketball Association player Darin Kimble (born 1968), Canadian retired National Hockey League player Garry Kimble (born 1966), English football manager and retired player George C. Kimble (1803–1836), a defender of the Alamo H. Jeff Kimble (born 1949), professor of physics at the California Institute of Technology John H.

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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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Numerology

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

11
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

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

1
Personality Number

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

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 Kimble?
The surname Kimble originates from English. Surname Alan Kimble (born 1966), English football manager and retired player Bo Kimble (born 1966), American retired college and National Basketball Association player Darin Kimble (born 1968), Canadian retired National Hockey League player Garry Kimble (born 1966), English football manager and retired player George C. Kimble (1803–1836), a defender of the Alamo H. Jeff Kimble (born 1949), professor of physics at the California Institute of Technology John H.
What are the origins of the name Neil Kimble?
The name Neil Kimble combines two different traditions: the first name Neil has Celtic roots, while the surname Kimble originates from English.
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