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Niall

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Name — A masculine given name of Irish origin, meaning "champion" or "cloud," the source of the English name Neil.

Etymology

Borrowed from Irish Niall or Scottish Gaelic Niall, ultimately from Old Irish Níall, of uncertain original meaning. Suggestions include nél (“cloud”) and nïa (“champion”), which is from Proto-Indo-European *h₃neyd- (“to revile”). Doublet of Neil.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Niall” mean?

The word “Niall” means a masculine given name of Irish origin, meaning "champion" or "cloud," the source of the English name Neil.

How do you pronounce “Niall”?

“Niall” is pronounced NEYE-uhl (/ˈnaɪəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “Niall” in a sentence?

Here is “Niall” used in a sentence: “Niall of the Nine Hostages was a legendary Irish king.”

What part of speech is “Niall”?

“Niall” is a name.

Is “Niall” a common word?

“Niall” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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