By Marta Alizeh. Last updated: October 20, 2026.
The Neymar Jr family runs the business as well as the home. His father, a former footballer, has steered his career for years. His mother leads his charity. His sister is one of his closest companions.
2026 changed the picture. Neymar retired from Brazil duty after the World Cup in July. A month earlier, he and partner Bruna Biancardi announced that his fifth child was on the way.
This guide sticks to what credible outlets have reported, and notes where they disagree.
Quick facts
| Full name | Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior |
| Date of birth | February 5, 1992 (age 34) |
| Birthplace | Mogi das Cruzes, São Paulo, Brazil |
| Nationality | Brazilian |
| Position | Forward |
| Club | Santos (No. 10) |
| Father | Neymar da Silva Santos, former footballer and adviser |
| Mother | Nadine Gonçalves |
| Sister | Rafaella Santos |
| Partner | Bruna Biancardi |
| Children | Davi Lucca, Mavie, Helena, Mel; a fifth expected |
| Religion | Christian |
Who is Neymar?
Neymar is a Brazilian footballer, born Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior on February 5, 1992, in Mogi das Cruzes. He starred for Santos, Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Al-Hilal before returning to Santos in January 2025. He played at four World Cups from 2014 to 2026. He retired from international football after Brazil’s 2026 exit as the country’s all-time leading scorer.
Who are Neymar’s parents?
Neymar’s parents are Neymar da Silva Santos, known as Neymar Sr, and Nadine Gonçalves. His father was a professional footballer. His mother now leads the family’s charity work.
Neymar Sr, the father
Neymar Sr played professionally in Brazil before becoming his son’s adviser. He runs NR Sports, the company that manages Neymar’s career, according to Sportskeeda.
He has been at the centre of every big transfer, from Santos to Barcelona in 2013 and on to PSG in 2017. Wikipedia describes him as handling his son’s finances and family affairs.
Nadine Gonçalves, the mother
Nadine Gonçalves is president of Instituto Projeto Neymar Jr, the family’s charitable institute, Sportskeeda reports. She is also active on social media.
Her surname appears differently in different sources. Wikipedia gives her name as Nadine da Silva, while Brazilian and sports media commonly use Gonçalves.
Does Neymar have siblings?
Neymar has one sibling, his younger sister Rafaella Santos, a model and influencer. The two are famously close. Wikipedia notes that they have exchanged tattoos honouring each other.
Rafaella is often seen at his matches and family celebrations. She also appears under the surname Beckran in some listings.
How many children does Neymar have?
Neymar has four children, with a fifth on the way. Goal Brasil lists them as follows.
Davi Lucca was born on August 24, 2011, in São Paulo. His mother is Carolina Dantas.
Mavie was born on October 6, 2023, and Mel on July 5, 2025. Their mother is Neymar’s partner, Bruna Biancardi.
Helena was born in July 2024. Her mother is Amanda Kimberlly.
In June 2026, Neymar and Bruna announced another pregnancy at a gender reveal. Goal Brasil reports the baby is a girl, Neymar’s fifth child and Bruna’s third.
Childhood and early life
Neymar was born in Mogi das Cruzes, east of São Paulo, and grew up in São Paulo state. He was raised Christian.
Football came through his father. Neymar Sr’s own playing career gave the family a route into the game, and Santos became Neymar’s club as a boy.
He made his Santos debut as a teenager and won the Copa Libertadores there in 2011 before Barcelona signed him.
How did family shape Neymar’s career?
Neymar’s family shaped his career by keeping it in-house. His father has negotiated his moves. His mother runs his charity. His sister is a constant presence.
That closeness travelled with him to Spain, France and Saudi Arabia, and back home to Santos in 2025.
His Brazil career ended where it began. Brazil lost 2-1 to Norway in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Neymar scored a late penalty, then said he was done. He noted that his international career had started and finished at the same stadium, the Lower Bucks Times reported.
Norway’s win came through Erling Haaland. For other Brazilian and Barcelona stars, see Lionel Messi’s family and Kylian Mbappé’s family background.
Interesting facts about Neymar’s family
- He shares his full name with his father, who played professionally too.
- He and his sister have matching tribute tattoos.
- His four children have three different mothers.
- His mother heads the Instituto Projeto Neymar Jr.
- His last Brazil game was at the same stadium as his first.
Frequently asked questions
Who are Neymar’s parents?
His parents are Neymar da Silva Santos Sr, a former footballer who advises him, and Nadine Gonçalves.
Does Neymar have siblings?
Yes. He has a younger sister, Rafaella Santos.
How many kids does Neymar have?
He has four children, Davi Lucca, Mavie, Helena and Mel, and a fifth is expected.
Where was Neymar born?
He was born in Mogi das Cruzes, São Paulo state, on February 5, 1992.
Has Neymar retired?
He retired from international football in July 2026 but still plays for Santos.
Why is Neymar famous?
He is Brazil’s all-time top scorer and a former Barcelona and PSG star.
The takeaway
A father who manages, a mother who gives back, a sister who never left his side and a fast-growing brood of children. The Neymar story has always been a family operation.
This article reflects information available on October 20, 2026. It will be revised when real new details emerge about the Neymar Jr family.
