Neilson Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNEEL-sun / ˈniːl.sənEnglish; Scottish
Meaning
Son of Neil
Historical & Cultural Background
Neilson is a patronymic surname derived from the given name Neil, which itself has roots in the Gaelic name Niall. The name has been used in Scotland and England, reflecting the tradition of forming surnames based on the father's name. It has historical significance in various regions, particularly in relation to Scottish clans and families.
Trend Summary
Neilson has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nielson
International Variants
- Nielsen (Danish); Nélson (Portuguese)
Famous people named Neilson
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Fictional characters named Neilson
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Neilson was first seen in the United States in 1927. Neilson has ranked as high as #1063 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Neilson has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Neilson
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |