Boys name · Virginia
Nelson in Virginia
Nelson was the 655th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 11 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1910, Virginia families have named 3,056 babies Nelson.
Popularity over time
Nelson in Virginia, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 7 | 135th |
| 1926 | 38 | 116th |
| 1943 | 40 | 129th |
| 1959 | 40 | 175th |
| 1976 | 13 | 280th |
| 1992 | 24 | 259th |
| 2009 | 22 | 334th |
| 2025 | 11 | 655th |
Its rank among boys names in Virginia fell from 135th in 1910 to 655th in 2025.
The most babies named Nelson in Virginia in a single year was 55, in 1951. Its best showing was 90th among boys names in 1927.
Across the country, Nelson reached its best rank of 44th in New Hampshire (1938). See Nelson in every state →
How popular is Nelson in Virginia?
Nelson was the 655th most popular boys name in Virginia in 2025, with 11 babies named Nelson that year. Since 1910, Virginia families have named 3,056 babies Nelson.
How many babies are named Nelson in Virginia?
In 2025, 11 babies were named Nelson in Virginia. The most babies named Nelson in Virginia in a single year was 55, in 1951.
What is the rank of Nelson in Virginia?
Nelson ranked 655th among boys names in Virginia in 2025. Its best showing was 90th among boys names in 1927.
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.