Neville
Neville is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
New town or new settlement.
Origin and history
Neville is a masculine name of Norman French origin, derived from place names meaning new town. Historically common as a surname and aristocratic title in Britain, it has been used as a given name for centuries. In the U.S., it remains a relatively rare choice, given to around 60 boys between 2020 and 2025.
Popularity in the United States
2,343 babies in the United States have been named Neville since 1880. It ranks #2679 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1867.
States where it is most popular
- NY (74.1 %)
- FL (12.5 %)
- KY (7 %)
- NJ (1.5 %)
- CA (1.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 17 |
| 1910-1920 | 145 |
| 1920-1930 | 225 |
| 1930-1940 | 233 |
| 1940-1950 | 159 |
| 1950-1960 | 199 |
| 1960-1970 | 239 |
| 1970-1980 | 273 |
| 1980-1990 | 268 |
| 1990-2000 | 247 |
| 2000-2010 | 135 |
| 2010-2019 | 143 |
| 2020-2029 | 60 |
Famous people named Neville
- Neville Chamberlain: Prime Minister, Politician
- Neville Marriner: Conductor, Violinist
- Neville Southall: Athlete, Footballer
Nicknames
Nev
Fun facts
- The name originates from places in Normandy named Néville or Neuville, combining Old French terms for new and village.
- The name gained widespread global familiarity through the character Neville Longbottom in the Harry Potter series.