Boys name · New Jersey
Nelson in New Jersey
Nelson was the 810th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 8 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1912, New Jersey families have named 3,325 babies Nelson.
Popularity over time
Nelson in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 12 | 129th |
| 1928 | 21 | 145th |
| 1944 | 20 | 148th |
| 1960 | 48 | 157th |
| 1977 | 63 | 99th |
| 1993 | 46 | 159th |
| 2009 | 22 | 345th |
| 2025 | 8 | 810th |
Its rank among boys names in New Jersey fell from 129th in 1912 to 810th in 2025.
The most babies named Nelson in New Jersey in a single year was 63, in 1979. Its best showing was 95th among boys names in 1979.
Across the country, Nelson reached its best rank of 44th in New Hampshire (1938). See Nelson in every state →
How popular is Nelson in New Jersey?
Nelson was the 810th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 8 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1912, New Jersey families have named 3,325 babies Nelson.
How many babies are named Nelson in New Jersey?
In 2025, 8 babies were named Nelson in New Jersey. The most babies named Nelson in New Jersey in a single year was 63, in 1979.
What is the rank of Nelson in New Jersey?
Nelson ranked 810th among boys names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 95th among boys names in 1979.
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.