Neci
Neci is a Latin gender-neutral name. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
Did you know?
- GenerationNeci peaked in 2007, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Neci you'd meet today is about 18 years old.
- HistoryNeci first shows up in US birth records in 2007, the first year at least 5 babies got it. That makes it a fairly new name, younger than many of today's parents.
US births per million girls, 2007–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Neci
Neci is a gender-neutral name of Latin origin. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
Origin:Latin names
More Latin names
- Girl name: Olivia · olive tree
- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
- Girl name: Amelia · work, industrious
- Boy name: Theodore · gift of God
- Girl name: Mia · possibly beloved
- Girl name: Evelyn · possibly desired
- Boy name: Lucas · man from Lucania
- Girl name: Ava · possibly bird, or life
Questions about the name Neci
What is the origin of the name Neci?
Neci is Latin in origin. Other Latin names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Oliver (“olive tree”), Amelia (“work, industrious”) and Theodore (“gift of God”).
Is Neci a boy or girl name?
Both. Neci is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
How popular is the name Neci?
Neci is rare: fewer than 5 US girls got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2007. It peaked at #12,676 in 2007, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What should I know before naming my baby Neci?
Neci is a Latin gender-neutral name. Names from Latin have been passed down since Roman times and still feel polished and timeless. It sounds soft and friendly, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.