Boys name · Minnesota
Neil in Minnesota
Neil was the 779th most popular boys name in Minnesota in 2025, with 6 babies named Neil that year. Since 1912, Minnesota families have named 3,438 babies Neil.
Popularity over time
Neil in Minnesota, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 | 217th |
| 1928 | 29 | 125th |
| 1943 | 36 | 122nd |
| 1959 | 47 | 125th |
| 1974 | 38 | 106th |
| 1990 | 31 | 146th |
| 2007 | 7 | 610th |
| 2025 | 6 | 779th |
Its rank among boys names in Minnesota fell from 217th in 1912 to 779th in 2025.
The most babies named Neil in Minnesota in a single year was 81, in 1953. Its best showing was 72nd among boys names in 1953.
Across the country, Neil reached its best rank of 29th in Nevada (1923). See Neil in every state →
How popular is Neil in Minnesota?
Neil was the 779th most popular boys name in Minnesota in 2025, with 6 babies named Neil that year. Since 1912, Minnesota families have named 3,438 babies Neil.
How many babies are named Neil in Minnesota?
In 2025, 6 babies were named Neil in Minnesota. The most babies named Neil in Minnesota in a single year was 81, in 1953.
What is the rank of Neil in Minnesota?
Neil ranked 779th among boys names in Minnesota in 2025. Its best showing was 72nd among boys names in 1953.
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.