Neilah
NY-lah
Neilah is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “Neilah is a feminine given name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name 'Niall,' meaning 'champion' or 'passionate.' It is a less common but distinctive variation.”. It currently ranks #14730 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2010.
What Neilah Means
“Neilah is a feminine given name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name 'Niall,' meaning 'champion' or 'passionate.' It is a less common but distinctive variation.”
The Story of Neilah
From the ancient heart of Ireland, a name meaning 'champion' emerged for a new generation in 2004, strong and passionate.
Neilah is a feminine given name of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name Niall, meaning 'champion' or 'passionate.' Though its recorded presence is more recent, appearing around 2004, it carries the enduring spirit of its ancient roots.
You want your daughter to possess a tenacious spirit and a passionate heart. Neilah is a name for a child who you envision facing challenges with courage, who will be a champion for herself and for what she believes in.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#10 in 2010
Total Births
80
First Recorded
2004
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