Neftali
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Champion, cloud, or passionate
Origin: Irish/Gaelic
Popularity: Ranked #2785 in 2025 with 46 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Neal. Shares the meaning 'Champion, cloud, or passionate.'
Similar names: naftali, neal, neala, neta, netanel
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Neftali? About 1 in 62,802 babies born in 2025 were named Neftali, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Neftali
What does the name Neftali mean?
Neftali means “Champion, cloud, or passionate” from Irish/Gaelic roots.
What is the origin of the name Neftali?
Neftali has Irish/Gaelic origin. The traditional meaning is “Champion, cloud, or passionate”.
How popular is Neftali?
Neftali ranked #2765 in 2025 — given to 46 babies that year.
When was Neftali most popular?
Neftali peaked in 2003 with 70 babies registered that year.
Is Neftali a boy or girl name?
Neftali is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 86% of Neftalis are boys and 14% are girls.
Is the name Neftali rising or falling in popularity?
Neftali has risen 1531 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #4296 in 2020 to #2765 in 2025.
How long has Neftali been recorded?
Neftali appears in birth records across 71 years — from 1953 through 2025.