Nelson Mahone

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Nelson Mahone — son of Neil
92K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Nelson Mahone 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 Mahone: Mahone is a surname. Mahone Bay, bay on the Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia, Canada Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, town located on the northwest shore of Mahone Bay Mahone, West Virginia, unincorporated community in Ritchie County, West Virginia, United States Austin Mahone (born 1996), American pop singer and songwriter Ernest Mahone (born 1961), American pediatric neuropsychologist and director Gildo Mahones (born 1929), American jazz pianist Michele Mahone (born 1971), American television entertainment reporter and standup comedian Otelia Butler Mahone (1835–1911), American nurse during the America. 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: Mahone

English

Mahone is a surname. Mahone Bay, bay on the Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia, Canada Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, town located on the northwest shore of Mahone Bay Mahone, West Virginia, unincorporated community in Ritchie County, West Virginia, United States Austin Mahone (born 1996), American pop singer and songwriter Ernest Mahone (born 1961), American pediatric neuropsychologist and director Gildo Mahones (born 1929), American jazz pianist Michele Mahone (born 1971), American television entertainment reporter and standup comedian Otelia Butler Mahone (1835–1911), American nurse during the America.

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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 Mahone

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 Mahone:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Mahone?
The surname Mahone originates from English. Mahone is a surname. Mahone Bay, bay on the Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia, Canada Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, town located on the northwest shore of Mahone Bay Mahone, West Virginia, unincorporated community in Ritchie County, West Virginia, United States Austin Mahone (born 1996), American pop singer and songwriter Ernest Mahone (born 1961), American pediatric neuropsychologist and director Gildo Mahones (born 1929), American jazz pianist Michele Mahone (born 1971), American television entertainment reporter and standup comedian Otelia Butler Mahone (1835–1911), American nurse during the America.
What are the origins of the name Nelson Mahone?
The name Nelson Mahone combines two different traditions: the first name Nelson has Scandinavian roots, while the surname Mahone originates from English.
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