English
Also found in: Scandinavian
Son of
#797
in United States (2023)
Nelson is a patronymic surname meaning "son of", now used as a given name. Common in English and Scandinavian traditions.
Notable people named Nelson
Son of
Nelson is of English origin.
Nelson is ranked #797 in popularity for male names in 2023. This makes it a unique and less common choice.
Nelson is traditionally a boy's name.