Neville

Neville is a masculine first name that has its roots in the English language. However, it originally stems from a Norman surname, which in turn is derived from an Old French place name. The translation of the name is "the new town."

What does the name Neville mean?

The name Neville, a masculine first name, has its origins in the English language but is historically traced back to a Norman surname based on an Old French place name. The term is derived from the Old French word néville, which means "the new town." In Normandy, Neville is a commonly used component of many place names. It remains widespread as a surname as well. Since about the second half of the 19th century, Neville has also been used as a first name, particularly in British and Australian regions. Variants include Nevfel, Nevil, and Nevila.

Where does the name Neville come from?

The first name Neville has Old French roots and means "the new town." It is composed of the Old French words néville (the new town) as well as the French terms nouveau (new) and ville (town). The languages from which it is derived are English and Norman.

How do you pronounce Neville?

Nev-ill

Popularity

In Germany, Neville is considered a rare first name. In 2017, it ranked 3,867th on the list of the most popular male baby names. Its highest ranking was in 2013 at 3,619th. In the last ten years, Neville has been given as a first name fewer than 10 times, placing it at 6,739th during that period. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,874th.

Nicknames & pet names

Nev / Nevi / Villy

Famous people

• Harold Neville Temperley (English physicist)
• Neville Chamberlain (Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1937 to 1940)
• Neville Dowen (cricketer from Great Britain)
• Neville Dsouza (footballer from India)
• Neville Farmer (English actor)
• Neville Featherstone-Griffin (cricketer from England)
• Neville Garrick (American artist)
• Neville Godwin (South African tennis player)
• Neville Gruzman (Australian architect)
• Neville Henry Cayley (Australian artist)
• Neville James Price (English geologist)
• Neville Knox (cricketer from England)
• Neville Lederle (South African writer)
• Neville Leon Denton (rugby player from New Zealand)
• Neville Longbottom (character from Harry Potter)
• Neville Lovett (English bishop)
• Neville Powell (footballer from England)
• Neville Quist (designer from Australia)
• Neville Rautert (ice hockey player from Canada)
• Neville Shelmerdine (English cricketer)