Rising since 2005, #2,765 for boys today.
Popularity of Neyland since 2002
Babies named Neyland per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 47 |
| 2010s | 319 |
| 2020s | 213 |
Meaning & origin
Neyland is a modern masculine name that first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 2002. Its usage has been steadily rising since 2005, reaching a peak rank of 2,765 in 2017. In the latest data (2025), it remains at rank 2,765, with a frequency of about 1 in every 37,132 male births. The name is most popular in Tennessee and Georgia, reflecting a regional pattern. While its origin is uncertain, it is often considered a variant of the surname Neyland or a creative spelling of Nayland. Neyland's sound aligns with other trending surname-names like Bentley and Colton, and it has gained modest but steady favor among parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar choice.
Neyland appears to be a modern coinage or a surname turned given name. The surname Neyland may be locational, derived from a place name meaning 'island' in Old English, but this is speculative. Its rise as a first name in the United States dates to the early 2000s, likely influenced by the surname of baseball pitcher Randy Neyland or the town of Neyland, Wales.
Where Neyland is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ney
Variants: Nayland
Sibling names for Neyland
Names that share Neyland's style, for a brother or sister.
