Nelson Edmondson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Nelson Edmondson — son of Neil
92K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Nelson Edmondson 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 Edmondson: Ade Edmondson (born 1957), British comedian, actor, writer, musician, television presenter and director Beattie Edmondson (born 1987), English actress, daughter of Ade Donald Frank Edmondson (born 1947) Ed Edmondson (U.S. politician) Ella Edmondson (born 1986), English musician Frank K. Edmondson (1912–2008), American astronomer G. C. Edmondson, working name of science fiction author Garry Edmonson (1922–1995) Jerold A. 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: Edmondson

English

Ade Edmondson (born 1957), British comedian, actor, writer, musician, television presenter and director Beattie Edmondson (born 1987), English actress, daughter of Ade Donald Frank Edmondson (born 1947) Ed Edmondson (U.S. politician) Ella Edmondson (born 1986), English musician Frank K. Edmondson (1912–2008), American astronomer G. C. Edmondson, working name of science fiction author Garry Edmonson (1922–1995) Jerold A.

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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 Edmondson

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 Edmondson:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Edmondson?
The surname Edmondson originates from English. Ade Edmondson (born 1957), British comedian, actor, writer, musician, television presenter and director Beattie Edmondson (born 1987), English actress, daughter of Ade Donald Frank Edmondson (born 1947) Ed Edmondson (U.S. politician) Ella Edmondson (born 1986), English musician Frank K. Edmondson (1912–2008), American astronomer G. C. Edmondson, working name of science fiction author Garry Edmonson (1922–1995) Jerold A.
What are the origins of the name Nelson Edmondson?
The name Nelson Edmondson combines two different traditions: the first name Nelson has Scandinavian roots, while the surname Edmondson originates from English.
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