From the river; champion
Derived from the Greek 'Neilos', referring to the Nile River in Egypt. It may also share roots with the Gaelic 'Niall', meaning champion or cloud. In a modern context, it is often chosen as a nature-inspired name referencing the historic African river.
About 86 boys were named Nile in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Grammy-winning guitarist and producer
Heisman Trophy winner and WWII pilot
Olympic bronze medalist gymnast
Son of Niles Crane and Daphne Moon · Frasier
The same feel as Nile — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
