Find out how popular the first name Neylin has been for the last 15 years (from 2008 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Neylin by gender

Based on the last 15 years of data, Neylin is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Neylin.

The history of the first name Neylin

The name Neylin is a relatively modern invention, likely originating in the late 20th century. It does not appear to have direct roots in any particular language or culture, but rather seems to be a creative combination of existing name elements.

One possible origin could be a blend of the names Nelly and Evelyn, both of which have long histories as feminine given names. Nelly is a diminutive of the name Eleanor, which derives from the Old French form of the Provençal name Alionor. Evelyn is an English form of the French name Aveline, which itself comes from the Germanic name Avelina, meaning "desired one."

Another potential source could be a modification of the name Nalin, which has roots in Sanskrit and is a masculine name meaning "lotus." The addition of the "-ey" sound could have been inspired by names like Audrey or Tracey.

It's worth noting that there are no known historical references or famous individuals specifically recorded with the name Neylin prior to the late 20th century. However, here are five notable people with variations of the name:

1. Nellie Bly (1864-1922), an American journalist and pioneer in investigative reporting, whose real name was Elizabeth Jane Cochran.

2. Evelyn De Morgan (1855-1919), an English painter and writer associated with the Arts and Crafts movement.

3. Evelyn Underhill (1875-1941), an English writer and philosopher who was a leading figure in the modernist Anglo-Catholic movement.

4. Nalin Chandra Wickramasinghe (1939-present), a Sri Lankan physicist and astrobiologist known for his work on interstellar dust and the theory of panspermia.

5. Nalin Singh (1986-present), an Indian cricketer who has played for the Indian national team and various domestic teams.

While the name Neylin itself does not have a long historical pedigree, it appears to be a creative combination of elements drawn from a variety of linguistic and cultural traditions, reflecting the increasing diversity and creativity in modern naming practices.

Data source

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