Boys name · Ohio
Nelson in Ohio
Nelson was the 917th most popular boys name in Ohio in 2025, with 9 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1911, Ohio families have named 3,346 babies Nelson.
Popularity over time
Nelson in Ohio, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 11 | 124th |
| 1927 | 54 | 135th |
| 1944 | 40 | 163rd |
| 1960 | 39 | 254th |
| 1976 | 26 | 268th |
| 1992 | 21 | 370th |
| 2009 | 15 | 580th |
| 2025 | 9 | 917th |
Its rank among boys names in Ohio fell from 124th in 1911 to 917th in 2025.
The most babies named Nelson in Ohio in a single year was 71, in 1938. Its best showing was 91st among boys names in 1912.
Across the country, Nelson reached its best rank of 44th in New Hampshire (1938). See Nelson in every state →
How popular is Nelson in Ohio?
Nelson was the 917th most popular boys name in Ohio in 2025, with 9 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1911, Ohio families have named 3,346 babies Nelson.
How many babies are named Nelson in Ohio?
In 2025, 9 babies were named Nelson in Ohio. The most babies named Nelson in Ohio in a single year was 71, in 1938.
What is the rank of Nelson in Ohio?
Nelson ranked 917th among boys names in Ohio in 2025. Its best showing was 91st among boys names in 1912.
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.