Pronunciation |
/ˈniː.əl/, sometimes /naɪl/ |
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Gender | Male |
Word/name | Irish language |
Meaning | "champion" |
Region of origin | Ireland |
Related names | Neil, Nigel |
Niall is a male given name of Irish origin, thought to mean "champion" (derived from the Old Irish word niadh meaning warrior or champion). It could also mean "cloud", "passionate" or "avid"