Boys name · Louisiana
Nelson in Louisiana
Nelson was the 742nd most popular boys name in Louisiana in 2025, with 6 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1910, Louisiana families have named 2,290 babies Nelson.
Popularity over time
Nelson in Louisiana, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 7 | 160th |
| 1925 | 29 | 132nd |
| 1940 | 36 | 124th |
| 1955 | 37 | 187th |
| 1969 | 19 | 280th |
| 1984 | 12 | 394th |
| 2001 | 9 | 525th |
| 2025 | 6 | 742nd |
Its rank among boys names in Louisiana fell from 160th in 1910 to 742nd in 2025.
The most babies named Nelson in Louisiana in a single year was 49, in 1946. Its best showing was 88th among boys names in 1914.
Across the country, Nelson reached its best rank of 44th in New Hampshire (1938). See Nelson in every state →
How popular is Nelson in Louisiana?
Nelson was the 742nd most popular boys name in Louisiana in 2025, with 6 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1910, Louisiana families have named 2,290 babies Nelson.
How many babies are named Nelson in Louisiana?
In 2025, 6 babies were named Nelson in Louisiana. The most babies named Nelson in Louisiana in a single year was 49, in 1946.
What is the rank of Nelson in Louisiana?
Nelson ranked 742nd among boys names in Louisiana in 2025. Its best showing was 88th among boys names in 1914.
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.