Neil Mccully

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Neil Mccully — Celtic
99K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Neil Mccully 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 Mccully: Charlie McCully (1947–2007), Scottish-born American soccer player Ed McCully (1927–1956), American missionary Emily Arnold McCully (born 1939), American author Helen McCully (1902–1977), Canadian food writer, critic and cookbook author Henry McCully (born 1948), Scottish-born American soccer player Jonathan McCully (1809–1877), one of the Fathers of Canadian Confederation, senator and Nova Scotia Supreme Court judge Justin McCully (born 1976), American retired professional mixed martial artist and professional wrestler Kilmer S. 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: Mccully

Scottish

Charlie McCully (1947–2007), Scottish-born American soccer player Ed McCully (1927–1956), American missionary Emily Arnold McCully (born 1939), American author Helen McCully (1902–1977), Canadian food writer, critic and cookbook author Henry McCully (born 1948), Scottish-born American soccer player Jonathan McCully (1809–1877), one of the Fathers of Canadian Confederation, senator and Nova Scotia Supreme Court judge Justin McCully (born 1976), American retired professional mixed martial artist and professional wrestler Kilmer S.

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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 Mccully:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Mccully?
The surname Mccully originates from Scottish. Charlie McCully (1947–2007), Scottish-born American soccer player Ed McCully (1927–1956), American missionary Emily Arnold McCully (born 1939), American author Helen McCully (1902–1977), Canadian food writer, critic and cookbook author Henry McCully (born 1948), Scottish-born American soccer player Jonathan McCully (1809–1877), one of the Fathers of Canadian Confederation, senator and Nova Scotia Supreme Court judge Justin McCully (born 1976), American retired professional mixed martial artist and professional wrestler Kilmer S.
What are the origins of the name Neil Mccully?
The name Neil Mccully combines two different traditions: the first name Neil has Celtic roots, while the surname Mccully originates from Scottish.
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