Nelson Scholten

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Nelson Scholten — son of Neil
92K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Nelson Scholten 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 Scholten: Arnold Scholten (born 1962), Dutch professional football player Carel S. Scholten (1925–2009), Dutch physicist and pioneer of computing, a.o. known for the Dijkstra–Scholten algorithm Clemens Scholten (born 1955), German theologian Daniel Scholten (born 1973), Germano-Icelandic novelist and linguist Dominique Scholten (born 1988), Dutch professional football player Frank Scholten (1881–1942), Dutch photographer and author Frederik von Scholten (1796–1853), Danish naval officer Frits Scholten (born 1959), Dutch art historian Gabe Scholten (1921–1997), Dutch sprinter Gijs Scholten van Aschat (bo. 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: Scholten

English

Arnold Scholten (born 1962), Dutch professional football player Carel S. Scholten (1925–2009), Dutch physicist and pioneer of computing, a.o. known for the Dijkstra–Scholten algorithm Clemens Scholten (born 1955), German theologian Daniel Scholten (born 1973), Germano-Icelandic novelist and linguist Dominique Scholten (born 1988), Dutch professional football player Frank Scholten (1881–1942), Dutch photographer and author Frederik von Scholten (1796–1853), Danish naval officer Frits Scholten (born 1959), Dutch art historian Gabe Scholten (1921–1997), Dutch sprinter Gijs Scholten van Aschat (bo.

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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 Scholten

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 Scholten:

4
Expression Number

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

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

9
Personality Number

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

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 Scholten?
The surname Scholten originates from English. Arnold Scholten (born 1962), Dutch professional football player Carel S. Scholten (1925–2009), Dutch physicist and pioneer of computing, a.o. known for the Dijkstra–Scholten algorithm Clemens Scholten (born 1955), German theologian Daniel Scholten (born 1973), Germano-Icelandic novelist and linguist Dominique Scholten (born 1988), Dutch professional football player Frank Scholten (1881–1942), Dutch photographer and author Frederik von Scholten (1796–1853), Danish naval officer Frits Scholten (born 1959), Dutch art historian Gabe Scholten (1921–1997), Dutch sprinter Gijs Scholten van Aschat (bo.
What are the origins of the name Nelson Scholten?
The name Nelson Scholten combines two different traditions: the first name Nelson has Scandinavian roots, while the surname Scholten originates from English.
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