Nelson Burkholder

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Nelson Burkholder — son of Neil
92K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Nelson Burkholder 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 Burkholder: Dave Burkholder (contemporary), Canadian college ice hockey coach Donald Burkholder (1927–2013), American mathematician J. Peter Burkholder (born 1954), American musicologist James B. Burkholder (1918–2006), American army officer, activist for peace and social justice issues JoAnn Marie Burkholder (born 1953), American ecologist Mabel Burkholder (1881–1973), Canadian historian and author Max Burkholder (born 1997), American actor Seth Burkholder (born 1982), American football player Steve Burkholder (contemporary), Republican politician from Colorado, mayor of Lakewood 1999–2007 Walter H. 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: Burkholder

English

Dave Burkholder (contemporary), Canadian college ice hockey coach Donald Burkholder (1927–2013), American mathematician J. Peter Burkholder (born 1954), American musicologist James B. Burkholder (1918–2006), American army officer, activist for peace and social justice issues JoAnn Marie Burkholder (born 1953), American ecologist Mabel Burkholder (1881–1973), Canadian historian and author Max Burkholder (born 1997), American actor Seth Burkholder (born 1982), American football player Steve Burkholder (contemporary), Republican politician from Colorado, mayor of Lakewood 1999–2007 Walter H.

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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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Notable People Named Nelson Burkholder

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Burkholder?
The surname Burkholder originates from English. Dave Burkholder (contemporary), Canadian college ice hockey coach Donald Burkholder (1927–2013), American mathematician J. Peter Burkholder (born 1954), American musicologist James B. Burkholder (1918–2006), American army officer, activist for peace and social justice issues JoAnn Marie Burkholder (born 1953), American ecologist Mabel Burkholder (1881–1973), Canadian historian and author Max Burkholder (born 1997), American actor Seth Burkholder (born 1982), American football player Steve Burkholder (contemporary), Republican politician from Colorado, mayor of Lakewood 1999–2007 Walter H.
What are the origins of the name Nelson Burkholder?
The name Nelson Burkholder combines two different traditions: the first name Nelson has Scandinavian roots, while the surname Burkholder originates from English.
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