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Origin: Irish

Meaning: River; Champion; Cloud

The river of life is a long one, and this name will help baby navigate even the harshest of waters. Nile is a masculine name of Latin origin, meaning “river.” The Nile River is the longest river in the world and runs through the African continent, in places like Tanzania, Kenya, and Ethiopia, to name a few. Nile also has possible Irish origins, where it means “champion” or “cloud,” and derives from Neil. Regardless of which meaning you prefer, Nile is a name symbolic of success and strength!