US Popularity Rank: 5451

Origin: Irish

Meaning: Fury; Passion; Hero; Champion

Niles is a boy's name of Irish origin that means "fury,” “passion,” “hero,” or “champion.” Its earliest usage was in ancient Scotland, where the name Mac Néill was much more common before it was anglicized to Niles. In more recent times, Niles was popularized in the 1990s by the witty and highly intelligent character Niles Crane in the hit sitcom Frasier. Whether you are a Celtic history enthusiast or a classic comedy fan, Niles might be a nice and niche choice for your little one!