Nelson Goodson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Nelson Goodson — son of Neil
92K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Nelson Goodson 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 Goodson: Adrienne Goodson (born 1966), American basketball player Alfred Goodson (1867–1940), British businessman and public servant Barbara Goodson (born 1949), American voice actress Clarence Goodson (born 1982), American soccer player Don Goodson (1932–2010), English cricketer Ed Goodson (born 1948), American baseball player Ida Goodson (1909–2000), American classic female blues and jazz singer and pianist Ivor Goodson (born 1943), British educationalist Jonathan Goodson (born 1945), American television producer Katharine Goodson (1872–1958), English pianist Kenneth E. 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: Goodson

English

Adrienne Goodson (born 1966), American basketball player Alfred Goodson (1867–1940), British businessman and public servant Barbara Goodson (born 1949), American voice actress Clarence Goodson (born 1982), American soccer player Don Goodson (1932–2010), English cricketer Ed Goodson (born 1948), American baseball player Ida Goodson (1909–2000), American classic female blues and jazz singer and pianist Ivor Goodson (born 1943), British educationalist Jonathan Goodson (born 1945), American television producer Katharine Goodson (1872–1958), English pianist Kenneth E.

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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 Goodson

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 Goodson:

6
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

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

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 Goodson?
The surname Goodson originates from English. Adrienne Goodson (born 1966), American basketball player Alfred Goodson (1867–1940), British businessman and public servant Barbara Goodson (born 1949), American voice actress Clarence Goodson (born 1982), American soccer player Don Goodson (1932–2010), English cricketer Ed Goodson (born 1948), American baseball player Ida Goodson (1909–2000), American classic female blues and jazz singer and pianist Ivor Goodson (born 1943), British educationalist Jonathan Goodson (born 1945), American television producer Katharine Goodson (1872–1958), English pianist Kenneth E.
What are the origins of the name Nelson Goodson?
The name Nelson Goodson combines two different traditions: the first name Nelson has Scandinavian roots, while the surname Goodson originates from English.
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