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Nelson

Name Meaning:

Surname meaning "son of Neil" or "son of Nell." Neil possibly means "champion." Associated with Admiral Horatio Nelson.

Noteable Namesakes

Horatio Nelson (British Admiral); Nelson Mandela (South African President); Nelson Rockefeller (US Vice President); Willie Nelson (Musician)

Origin

English/Irish

Popularity

US: #644, UK: #619

Variations/Nicknames

Nels; Nellie

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