Neeli is of Indian origin, derived from Sanskrit 'Nila', meaning 'indigo blue'. It's often given to girls due to its association with the vibrant hue and its cultural significance in India.
The name Neeli has seen fluctuations in its popularity over the years, with a total of 23 babies named Neeli born between 1975 and 2013. The year with the most births was 2013, with 7 newborn girls given this name. However, there were also periods where it wasn't as popular, such as in 1976 when only 6 babies named Neeli were born.