Boys name · California
Nelson in California
Nelson was the 750th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 35 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1913, California families have named 6,035 babies Nelson.
Popularity over time
Nelson in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 | 270th |
| 1930 | 13 | 313th |
| 1946 | 21 | 347th |
| 1962 | 50 | 362nd |
| 1978 | 73 | 294th |
| 1994 | 124 | 298th |
| 2009 | 71 | 462nd |
| 2025 | 35 | 750th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 270th in 1913 to 750th in 2025.
The most babies named Nelson in California in a single year was 206, in 1990. Its best showing was 226th among boys names in 1990.
Across the country, Nelson reached its best rank of 44th in New Hampshire (1938). See Nelson in every state →
How popular is Nelson in California?
Nelson was the 750th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 35 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1913, California families have named 6,035 babies Nelson.
How many babies are named Nelson in California?
In 2025, 35 babies were named Nelson in California. The most babies named Nelson in California in a single year was 206, in 1990.
What is the rank of Nelson in California?
Nelson ranked 750th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 226th among boys names in 1990.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.