Nelson Moultrie

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Nelson Moultrie — son of Neil
92K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Nelson Moultrie 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 Moultrie: Surname Arnett Moultrie (born 1990), American basketball player Gerard Moultrie (1829–1885), English public schoolmaster and Anglican hymnographer Halson Moultrie (born 1952), Bahamian politician John Moultrie (politician) (1729–1798), American politician John Moultrie (poet) (1799–1874), English clergyman, poet, and hymn writer Khalid Moultrie (born 1995), American actor Olivia Moultrie (born 2005), American soccer player William Moultrie (1730–1805), American Revolutionary War general The Moultrays of Seafield in Fife, a Scottish aristocratic family Moultrie Kelsall (1901–1980), Scottish act. 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: Moultrie

Scottish

Surname Arnett Moultrie (born 1990), American basketball player Gerard Moultrie (1829–1885), English public schoolmaster and Anglican hymnographer Halson Moultrie (born 1952), Bahamian politician John Moultrie (politician) (1729–1798), American politician John Moultrie (poet) (1799–1874), English clergyman, poet, and hymn writer Khalid Moultrie (born 1995), American actor Olivia Moultrie (born 2005), American soccer player William Moultrie (1730–1805), American Revolutionary War general The Moultrays of Seafield in Fife, a Scottish aristocratic family Moultrie Kelsall (1901–1980), Scottish act.

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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 Moultrie

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 Moultrie:

3
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

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

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 Moultrie?
The surname Moultrie originates from Scottish. Surname Arnett Moultrie (born 1990), American basketball player Gerard Moultrie (1829–1885), English public schoolmaster and Anglican hymnographer Halson Moultrie (born 1952), Bahamian politician John Moultrie (politician) (1729–1798), American politician John Moultrie (poet) (1799–1874), English clergyman, poet, and hymn writer Khalid Moultrie (born 1995), American actor Olivia Moultrie (born 2005), American soccer player William Moultrie (1730–1805), American Revolutionary War general The Moultrays of Seafield in Fife, a Scottish aristocratic family Moultrie Kelsall (1901–1980), Scottish act.
What are the origins of the name Nelson Moultrie?
The name Nelson Moultrie combines two different traditions: the first name Nelson has Scandinavian roots, while the surname Moultrie originates from Scottish.
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