Masculine dossier · first seen 1913
Niel
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1958
Peak births
26
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Boomer
Quick answers about Niel
How many people are named Niel?
An estimated 824 living Americans are named Niel.
How rare is Niel?
Niel is very rare among babies today, with 5 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 80.8% from its 1958 peak.
How old is the typical Niel?
The median age of a living American named Niel is approximately 49 years, with most bearers falling between 32 and 66 years old.
Is Niel still popular?
Yes. Niel is holding steady, with 5 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
1913Peak 19582025
Peak year
1958
Decline from peak
80.8%
2025
5
All-time
1,384