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Nelson vs Abram

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

Nelson Rank #778
Abram Rank #712

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nelson or Abram more popular?

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

What do Nelson and Abram mean?

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

Are Nelson and Abram boy or girl names?

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

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