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  NIGEL

The meaning of the unisex name Nigel is CHAMPION FROM THE IRISH AND SCOTTISH NIALL..

Details on NIGEL:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Champion from the irish and scottish niall
Popularity for Boy:
4,850th in the USA (top 15%)
Popularity for Girl:
18,918th in the USA (bottom 25%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

66 births
NIGEL as a BOY in 2024
7 births
NIGEL as a GIRL in 1994

The meaning(s) of NIGEL:

The name Nigel is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Nigel is: Dark.
Latin meaning
The name Nigel is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Nigel is: Dark.
American meaning
The name Nigel is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Nigel is: Champion.A dynasty of Irish kings was founded by Niall of the Nine Hostages.
Irish meaning
The name Nigel is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Nigel is: Champion. From the Irish and Scottish Niall.
English meaning
The name Nigel is a Scandinavian baby name. In Scandinavian the meaning of the name Nigel is: Champion. From the Irish and Scottish Niall.
Scandinavian meaning
The name Nigel is a Gaelic baby name. In Gaelic the meaning of the name Nigel is: Champion From the Irish and Scottish Niall.
Gaelic meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for NIGEL:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name NIGEL

 NIGEL as a boy

YearBoy Births
202466 births
202373 births
202271 births
202194 births
202079 births
2019108 births
2018125 births
2017148 births
2016144 births
2015173 births
2014154 births
2013170 births
2012178 births
2011194 births
2010216 births
2009249 births

 NIGEL as a girl

YearGirl Births
19947 births
19927 births
19915 births
19895 births
19856 births
19787 births
197711 births
19757 births
19748 births
19735 births
19256 births
19186 births
19155 births

About the name NIGEL

Nigel, a name steeped in history and charm, finds its roots in the Latin word "nigellus," meaning "black" or "dark." Often associated with the noble and the steadfast, it carries a sense of strength and depth. Traditionally popular in England, the name has graced the halls of literature and history, with notable bearers like Nigel Lawson, a British politician, and Nigel Farage, a prominent figure in contemporary politics. The name has also found its way into the hearts of families in other English-speaking countries, including Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, where it evokes a sense of classic elegance. In Scotland, its Gaelic variant, "Niall," adds a layer of cultural richness, symbolizing a champion or a cloud. Nigel embodies a blend of tradition and modernity, making it a warm and inviting choice for a baby name, promising both timelessness and a touch of individuality as it weaves through the tapestry of global cultures.

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