The nameNil
Nil is a short name that evokes the great African river, the Nile. It is given mostly to boys.
- Unisex name
- Multiple
Meaning
Nil is the French name of the River Nile. It is also a Catalan first name and the name of several Eastern saints.
Origin
Multiple. Saint Nilus of Sinai was a 5th century monk.
History
The name has spread in France since the 2000s.
Popularity of the name Nil
Nil in France
Nil was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 530 births over the decade, 33% of all recorded babies named Nil. Its rise began around 1982, and it peaked in 2008. Half of all babies named Nil in France were born before 2011, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 52 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nil mean?
Nil is the French name of the River Nile. It is also a Catalan first name and the name of several Eastern saints.
What is the origin of the name Nil?
Multiple. Saint Nilus of Sinai was a 5th century monk.
Is Nil a girl's or a boy's name?
Nil is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.