Boy Name
Nels
"Son of Neil; Scandinavian form related to Norse naming traditions."
Ranked #5366 for boys
About the Name Nels
Meaning
Son of Neil; Scandinavian form related to Norse naming traditions.
Origin
ScandinavianGender
Boy
First Letter
NBoy Rank
#5366
Nels is a boy name of Scandinavian origin. The name means "Son of Neil; Scandinavian form related to Norse naming traditions." and Currently ranked #5366 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with N or explore other Scandinavian names.
Popularity Over Time
#454 1950
#343 1960
#276 1970
#264 1980
#152 1990
#119 2000
#137 2010
#95 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Nels
- NC Nels Cline (musician)