Neel
Neel is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Blue; sapphire”.
| Meaning | Blue; sapphire |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | नील |
| Pronunciation | NEEL |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, United States, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Neel
Neel comes from Sanskrit nila, 'dark blue', the colour associated with the sky, the ocean and the dark skin of Krishna and Rama. Shiva is called Nilakantha, 'blue-throated', after he swallowed poison to save the world. In the Ramayana, Nila is a vanara who helped build the bridge to Lanka. The name is short and easy to say in English, and is popular among diaspora families.
Is Neel a Hindu name?
Neel is a Hindu name; the colour blue is linked to Krishna, Vishnu and Shiva.
How popular is Neel?
Popular in India and among Indian families abroad.
Gifts with the name Neel
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- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Neel
Names similar to Neel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Neel mean?
Neel means 'Blue; sapphire'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Neel a Hindu name?
Neel is a Hindu name; the colour blue is linked to Krishna, Vishnu and Shiva.
How do you pronounce Neel?
Neel is pronounced NEEL.
Is Neel a boy or girl name?
Neel is usually a boy name.