Niele

Irish
"cloud"

Niele Origin and Meaning

The name Niele is a boy's name.

Niele is a masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from Lithuanian mythology, where Niele (or Nyola) was associated with the underworld. Alternatively, it could be related to Neil or Niall, Celtic names meaning 'champion' or 'cloud.' In some contexts, it appears as a rare variant of Daniel. Niele has a gentle, flowing quality while maintaining masculine characteristics. The name remains extremely uncommon in most countries, making it a distinctive choice. Its obscurity gives parents an opportunity to select a name with ancient mythological connections yet a contemporary sound. The brevity and melodic quality of Niele make it accessible despite its rarity, appealing to those seeking a name that's both unusual and straightforward to pronounce.