Sapphire blue or dark blue
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'nila', it refers to the color blue, specifically the deep hue of a sapphire. In Hindu tradition, it is associated with the sky and the ocean, often linked to the deity Shiva. It is a popular name in India that has gained some international appeal due to its simple, melodic sound.
About 47 girls were named Neela in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A prominent doctor character on the medical drama ER · ER
American author and narrator, winner of a Grammy Award
