Boys name · New York
Nelson in New York
Nelson was the 522nd most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 31 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 12,427 babies Nelson.
Popularity over time
Nelson in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 10 | 179th |
| 1926 | 59 | 162nd |
| 1943 | 81 | 141st |
| 1959 | 307 | 93rd |
| 1976 | 174 | 103rd |
| 1992 | 129 | 163rd |
| 2009 | 57 | 324th |
| 2025 | 31 | 522nd |
Its rank among boys names in New York fell from 179th in 1910 to 522nd in 2025.
The most babies named Nelson in New York in a single year was 307, in 1959. Its best showing was 91st among boys names in 1953.
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 York?
Nelson was the 522nd most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 31 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 12,427 babies Nelson.
How many babies are named Nelson in New York?
In 2025, 31 babies were named Nelson in New York. The most babies named Nelson in New York in a single year was 307, in 1959.
What is the rank of Nelson in New York?
Nelson ranked 522nd among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 91st among boys names in 1953.
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.