Champion or cloud
Neala is the feminine form of the Gaelic name Niall. While its exact etymology is debated, it is most commonly associated with the Old Irish word for champion or cloud. It offers a rare, softer alternative to the more common Sheila or Keira.
About 8 girls were named Neala in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
