Nelson Bergstrom

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Nelson Bergstrom — son of Neil
92K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Nelson Bergstrom is a name that combines Scandinavian origins. The first name Nelson is a masculine given name of Scandinavian origin. Patronymic meaning "son of Neil" (from Old Irish Niall, "champion"). Admiral Horatio Nelson made this name famous at the Battle of Trafalgar. The surname Bergstrom: Alexander Bergström (born 1986), Swedish professional ice hockeyer Alfred Bergström (1869–1930), Swedish artist and art professor Anders Bergström (cross-country skier) (born 1968), Swedish cross-country skier Anders Bergström (weightlifter) (born 1966), Swedish weightlifter Anna Bergström, Swedish curler Art Bergstrom (died 2006), American football player, coach, and collegiate athletic director Beata Bergström (1921–2016), Swedish photographer Bobo Bergström (born 1964), chef and restaurateur C. W. Nelson is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 92K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Nelson reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Nelson

Meaning: son of Neil

Scandinavian

Patronymic meaning "son of Neil" (from Old Irish Niall, "champion"). Admiral Horatio Nelson made this name famous at the Battle of Trafalgar.

Surname: Bergstrom

English

Alexander Bergström (born 1986), Swedish professional ice hockeyer Alfred Bergström (1869–1930), Swedish artist and art professor Anders Bergström (cross-country skier) (born 1968), Swedish cross-country skier Anders Bergström (weightlifter) (born 1966), Swedish weightlifter Anna Bergström, Swedish curler Art Bergstrom (died 2006), American football player, coach, and collegiate athletic director Beata Bergström (1921–2016), Swedish photographer Bobo Bergström (born 1964), chef and restaurateur C. W.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Nelson is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 46%
Sweden 14%
Norway 10%
Denmark 8%
United Kingdom 22%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Nelson by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Nelson Bergstrom:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Nelson?
The first name Nelson originates from Scandinavian. Patronymic meaning "son of Neil" (from Old Irish Niall, "champion"). Admiral Horatio Nelson made this name famous at the Battle of Trafalgar.
When was Nelson most popular?
The name Nelson reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bergstrom?
The surname Bergstrom originates from English. Alexander Bergström (born 1986), Swedish professional ice hockeyer Alfred Bergström (1869–1930), Swedish artist and art professor Anders Bergström (cross-country skier) (born 1968), Swedish cross-country skier Anders Bergström (weightlifter) (born 1966), Swedish weightlifter Anna Bergström, Swedish curler Art Bergstrom (died 2006), American football player, coach, and collegiate athletic director Beata Bergström (1921–2016), Swedish photographer Bobo Bergström (born 1964), chef and restaurateur C. W.
What are the origins of the name Nelson Bergstrom?
The name Nelson Bergstrom combines two different traditions: the first name Nelson has Scandinavian roots, while the surname Bergstrom originates from English.
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