Boys name · North Carolina
Nelson in North Carolina
Nelson was the 1109th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 7 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1912, North Carolina families have named 2,537 babies Nelson.
Popularity over time
Nelson in North Carolina, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 12 | 177th |
| 1928 | 21 | 224th |
| 1944 | 30 | 206th |
| 1960 | 54 | 166th |
| 1977 | 12 | 355th |
| 1993 | 18 | 329th |
| 2009 | 23 | 393rd |
| 2025 | 7 | 1109th |
Its rank among boys names in North Carolina fell from 177th in 1912 to 1109th in 2025.
The most babies named Nelson in North Carolina in a single year was 54, in 1960. Its best showing was 158th among boys names in 1940.
Across the country, Nelson reached its best rank of 44th in New Hampshire (1938). See Nelson in every state →
How popular is Nelson in North Carolina?
Nelson was the 1109th most popular boys name in North Carolina in 2025, with 7 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1912, North Carolina families have named 2,537 babies Nelson.
How many babies are named Nelson in North Carolina?
In 2025, 7 babies were named Nelson in North Carolina. The most babies named Nelson in North Carolina in a single year was 54, in 1960.
What is the rank of Nelson in North Carolina?
Nelson ranked 1109th among boys names in North Carolina in 2025. Its best showing was 158th among boys names in 1940.
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.