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Abram vs Nelson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nelson

Boy #778 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Neil, son of the champion"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#778
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Abram Rank #712
Nelson Rank #778

Abram is more popular, ranked #712 vs #778 for Nelson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abram or Nelson more popular?

Abram is more popular, ranked #712 compared to Nelson at #778 in the United States.

What do Abram and Nelson mean?

Abram means "exalted father" (Hebrew origin). Nelson means "son of Neil, son of the champion" (English origin).

Are Abram and Nelson boy or girl names?

Abram is primarily a boy name. Nelson is primarily a boy name.

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