The nameNeela
Neela is a recent girl's name, given in France mostly in the 2010s.
- Girl's name
- Indian
Meaning
It is linked to the Sanskrit nila, "dark blue". It also sounds like Neïla.
Origin
Indian, with the influence of Neïla.
History
First found in France in 1990, Neela peaked in the early 2010s. It is less common today.
Popularity of the name Neela
Neela in France
Neela was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 815 births over the decade, 56% of all recorded babies named Neela. Its rise began around 2005, and it peaked in 2012. Half of all babies named Neela in France were born before 2013, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 49 births a year on average, against 60 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Neela mean?
It is linked to the Sanskrit nila, "dark blue". It also sounds like Neïla.
What is the origin of the name Neela?
Indian, with the influence of Neïla.
Is Neela a girl's or a boy's name?
Neela is a girl's name.