Niegel
Latin · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Niegel
Niegel is a variant spelling of Nigel, derived from the Latin name Nigellus, which itself comes from the Latin word "nigellus" meaning "dark" or "black," referring to dark complexion or coloring.
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Etymology
Niegel is a variant spelling of Nigel, derived from the Latin name Nigellus, which itself comes from the Latin word "nigellus" meaning "dark" or "black," referring to dark complexion or coloring.
The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and countries, with particular prevalence in Britain and Ireland; it gained notable recognition through historical figures like Nigel of Northumbria and has been borne by various British nobles and modern public figures.
Niegel currently ranks #10,285 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1994.
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