Neela
- Gender
- Female
- Meaning
- Blue
- Origin
- Indian
Neela Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,326 baby girls have been named Neela. The name peaked in 2007 with 103 US births that year (rank #2000). In 2024, ranked #3032 nationally — 1,032 places below its 2007 peak.
Top States for Neela
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Neela births are: California (181), Texas (56), New York (22).
Other Indian-Origin Names Like Neela
If you like Neela's Indian origin, consider these related names: Aahan, Aaleahya, Aanjay, Aarthi, Aarush. Browse all Indian names →
5-Letter Names Starting with N
Names with Neela's exact length and starting letter: Naava, Nabil, Nadav, Nader, Nadia.
Quick Facts About Neela
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nell | Abbreviation Of Eleanor Shining Light. | Female | English |
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Compare Neela to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Neela against today's most popular girls-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).