Neville (name)

Neville is a masculine given name, derived from the Old French surname "de Neville," meaning "from Neville." Neville is a placename found in several locations in Normandy, France, ultimately derived from Gaulish elements meaning "new field" or "new estate."

The name is most commonly associated with the powerful Neville family of England, who played a significant role in English history, particularly during the Wars of the Roses. Notable members of the Neville family included Richard Neville, 16th Earl of Warwick, known as "Warwick the Kingmaker."

The given name Neville has seen sporadic usage over the centuries, enjoying periods of greater and lesser popularity in English-speaking countries. In modern times, it is considered a less common name but still occasionally used.

The name is also known through the fictional character Neville Longbottom from the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling.