Boys name · California
Neil in California
Neil was the 727th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 37 babies named Neil that year. Since 1912, California families have named 8,975 babies Neil.
Popularity over time
Neil in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 | 249th |
| 1929 | 28 | 191st |
| 1945 | 78 | 162nd |
| 1961 | 127 | 217th |
| 1977 | 149 | 190th |
| 1993 | 89 | 371st |
| 2009 | 72 | 460th |
| 2025 | 37 | 727th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 249th in 1912 to 727th in 2025.
The most babies named Neil in California in a single year was 185, in 1978. Its best showing was 127th among boys names in 1934.
Across the country, Neil reached its best rank of 29th in Nevada (1923). See Neil in every state →
How popular is Neil in California?
Neil was the 727th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 37 babies named Neil that year. Since 1912, California families have named 8,975 babies Neil.
How many babies are named Neil in California?
In 2025, 37 babies were named Neil in California. The most babies named Neil in California in a single year was 185, in 1978.
What is the rank of Neil in California?
Neil ranked 727th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 127th among boys names in 1934.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.