Nelson Pawlowski

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Nelson Pawlowski — son of Neil
92K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Nelson Pawlowski 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 Pawlowski: Pawłowski (Polish pronunciation: [paˈvwɔfski]; feminine: Pawłowska; plural: Pawłowscy) is a Polish surname derived from the given name Paweł (Paul). In some cases, it is a noble surname derived from villages named Pawłowo. It is ranked about 20th in the list of the most common Polish surnames, with more than 50,000 carriers. It is popular especially in the mid-northern part of the country. 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: Pawlowski

Slavic

Pawłowski (Polish pronunciation: [paˈvwɔfski]; feminine: Pawłowska; plural: Pawłowscy) is a Polish surname derived from the given name Paweł (Paul). In some cases, it is a noble surname derived from villages named Pawłowo. It is ranked about 20th in the list of the most common Polish surnames, with more than 50,000 carriers. It is popular especially in the mid-northern part of the country.

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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 Pawlowski

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 Pawlowski:

1
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Pawlowski?
The surname Pawlowski originates from Slavic. Pawłowski (Polish pronunciation: [paˈvwɔfski]; feminine: Pawłowska; plural: Pawłowscy) is a Polish surname derived from the given name Paweł (Paul). In some cases, it is a noble surname derived from villages named Pawłowo. It is ranked about 20th in the list of the most common Polish surnames, with more than 50,000 carriers. It is popular especially in the mid-northern part of the country.
What are the origins of the name Nelson Pawlowski?
The name Nelson Pawlowski combines two different traditions: the first name Nelson has Scandinavian roots, while the surname Pawlowski originates from Slavic.
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