Niall - name meaning and origin

The boy's name Niall \ni(a)-ll\ is pronounced NYE-al, NEE-al. It is of Irish and Gaelic origin, and its meaning is "champion". Source form of Neil, used mainly in Ireland. Historical: Niall of the Nine Hostages founded a dynasty of Irish kings. See also Nigel, Niles, and Nyles.

Niall has 1 variant form: Nial.

Baby names that sound like Niall are Neall, Neal, Nealle, Neale, Nile, Niel, Neill, Newall and Noll.

Niall is a very rare male first name and a very rare surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Niall. Compare Niall with related baby names.