Champion or passionate
Taneil is a modern phonetic variant of the Irish name O'Neill or Neil, which is derived from the Gaelic name Niall. While its exact etymology is debated, it is most commonly associated with the meanings 'champion' or 'cloud'. It emerged as a creative feminine choice in the late 20th century, particularly in Australia and North America.
Less common today
Taneil isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,317 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Reality television personality
