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History of the origin of the name Neil
The name Neil has several interpretations.
Traditionally, it is traced back to the ancient Greek Νείλος, the origin of which is shrouded in mystery. In Greek mythology, Nile is the son of the titan Ocean and the nymph Tethys. He was the god of the Nile River, the ancestor of such legendary heroes as Danaus and Europa.
The Orthodox Church, the heir to the Byzantine rite, in which much was borrowed from the Greeks, especially with regard to names, knows several figures named Neil. The most revered of them is Nil Stolbensky. The Monk Nil became a monk in his youth, and spent 27 years in solitude in the middle of Lake Seligir on Stolbensky Island.
The second version traces the name Nile to the Indian “Nīla” – “muddy”, “black”, “dark”.
A third version claims that the name Nile is of Celtic origin. It comes from the Gaelic word “neall” or “nél”, which means “cloud”. Variants of the name Neil in European languages: Niall, Nill, Neil, Nigel, Nyadl, Nyal.
In Russia, the name Nil was widespread until the Civil War. Then it gave way to more modern names, and now it has again begun to be found among connoisseurs of ancient names.
Meaning and characteristics of the name Neil
As a child, Neil is an energetic and active child. He loves pranks, fortunately harmless ones. Neil is in good health, but sometimes he is lazy and can cleverly deceive his parents by pretending to be sick. Neil is a good student at school and enjoys math and physical education. He quickly finds a common language with children and enjoys going to clubs and sections where he has many friends.
From time to time Neil is prone to melancholy. If there is no loved one nearby who can quickly bring him out of this state, not a trace will remain of Neil’s cheerfulness. It is very difficult for him to cope with a bad mood.
Neil is calm and confident. He is generous and affectionate, and easily comes to the rescue. But sometimes he shows amazing stubbornness and intractability. Can defend his point of view for a long time and emotionally. Neil cannot stand criticism and reacts to it with harsh sarcasm. Neil has well-developed intuition; he easily recognizes lies and flattery. Can be vindictive if his interests are harmed.
Neil prefers certainty in everything; abstract situations scare him. From the outside it may seem that he is overly conservative, but all this is only a consequence of the constant desire to feel solid ground under his feet. Convincing Neil to change his principles is almost impossible.
Thanks to the ability to make quick decisions and responsibility, Neil can become a successful businessman. He does not keep money; he prefers to invest it in a new profitable business. He can also realize himself as a teacher, actor, conductor, musician. Having taken the place of the boss, Neil takes a long time to learn to be strict.
Neil can only make a successful marriage with a woman who will put up with his blues, not give reasons for jealousy, and support him even in a situation where he is wrong. This is a woman with a kind, flexible disposition, often inconspicuous to other men. But she will live a long and happy life with Neil. Neil is the perfect family man. It creates a cozy, friendly and harmonious atmosphere in the house. He becomes that “stone wall” for his wife, and a reliable friend and ally for his children.
Name days:
20 December
Diminutive version
Nilushka, Nilchik, Nilusik, Nilli
Abbreviated
Neil
According to the church
Neil
Color
- blue
Planet
- Jupiter
Element
- land
Stone talisman
sapphire, garnet
Metal
copper
Plants
oak
Totem animal
vulture
