Neilson vs Kothan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Neilson

Boy #17,280 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Neil"

Origin: Scottish patronymic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Irish Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#17,280
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Neilson Rank #17,280
Kothan Rank #17,113

Kothan is more popular, ranked #17113 vs #17280 for Neilson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Neilson or Kothan more popular?

Kothan is more popular, ranked #17113 compared to Neilson at #17280 in the United States.

What do Neilson and Kothan mean?

Neilson means "son of Neil" (Scottish patronymic origin).

Are Neilson and Kothan boy or girl names?

Neilson is primarily a boy name. Kothan is primarily a boy name.

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