How Many People Are Named Neeley?
Complete statistics for the name Neeley: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Neeley is a very rare modern name likely derived from the Irish surname O'Neill, giving it a Celtic flair. There are only about 403 people living in the US with this name today, meaning roughly 1 in 819,736 Americans share it. It's a declining name that peaked in 1982 with 19 births that year.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 3 traditionally represents creativity, self-expression, and joyful communication. It's associated with people who are naturally optimistic and gifted at inspiring others through words and artistic endeavors.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 31All 412 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1982Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Neeley Through the Generations
Neeley didn't appear on the American naming scene until relatively recently, and it's a name that tells a clear generational story. With only 412 total births ever recorded in the US, this name has always been exceptionally uncommon. It hit its high point in 1982 when 19 babies received the name, but it's been on a steady decline since then. The age breakdown is telling: 211 bearers are under 30, while 201 fall between 30 and 60, and zero are over 60. That's a genuinely modern name with no footprint among older generations. A striking 51% of people named Neeley haven't yet turned 30, which shows it's still primarily a younger person's name even as new births taper off. The average bearer is around 31 years old today. Globally, Neeley ranks at number 436,161 with just 393 living bearers worldwide, and nearly all of them reside in the United States. It's one of those names that could quietly fade or find a surprise second wind.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Neeley's Irish Gaelic roots
📄 About the Name Neeley
How Many People Have the Name Neeley?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 8,738 people in the United States currently share the name Neeley. That works out to roughly 1 in every 37,932 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Neeley a Common or Rare Name?
Neeley is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Neeley Mean?
Neeley means "Descendant of the champion" and comes from Irish Gaelic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Neeley in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Neeley Most Popular?
The name Neeley reached peak popularity in 1982, with 19 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Neeley?
Approximately 8,738 people named Neeley live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 8,738. That works out to roughly 1 in 37,932 Americans.
Is Neeley a rare name?
Neeley is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 37,932 Americans has this name.
What does the name Neeley mean?
Neeley means "Descendant of the champion" and comes from Irish Gaelic origins.
Is Neeley more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Neeley are male and 100% are female.
When was Neeley most popular?
Neeley peaked in 1982 with 19 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.