Neville: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ne-hve-e-lle-h
Origin: South Africa
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Region Origin: Southern Africa
Meaning: New village

The name Neville is an English name of Norman origin, derived from the French place-names Neuville in Calvados or Néville in Seine-Maritime, both of which mean "new village" or "new town". The name is used as both a surname and a first name, and has been popular in countries like England, Ireland, South Africa, and Australia. The origin of the name can be traced back to the medieval noble family of the Neville family in England, who held significant power and influence during that time. The popularity of the name Neville is also associated with the novelist Nevil Shute, who further popularized its use as a first name in the late 19th century.

Neville Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Neville is currently #469 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Neville is currently #469 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Neville is currently #463 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Neville is currently #463 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Neville

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Neville, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Neville Longbottom: Neville Longbottom is a fictional character in J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter" series, known for his bravery and growth throughout the series.
  • Neville Southall: Neville Southall is a retired Welsh professional footballer known for his career as a goalkeeper with Everton and the Wales national team.
  • Neville Marriner: Sir Neville Marriner was an English conductor and violinist, founder of the Academy of St Martin in the Fields. He passed away in 2016.
  • Neville Brody: Neville Brody is a British graphic designer, typographer, and art director known for his work in magazines, album covers, and typography.

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