Neils - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations

Neils

neels'neels'1 syllable
🇳🇱Dutch
Strong

MEANING

Victor of the people

ORIGIN

Dutch

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the name Niels, a diminutive of Cornelius.

CULTURAL NOTES

Commonly used in Dutch-speaking countries as a given name.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Historically linked to the name Cornelius, which has Christian roots.

🌐Scandinavian
Soft

MEANING

Champion

ORIGIN

Scandinavian

ETYMOLOGY

A variant of the name Nils, which is a form of Nicholas.

CULTURAL NOTES

Popular in Scandinavian countries, often associated with strength and leadership.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Linked to the spread of Christianity in Scandinavia.

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