Ann vs Neilson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ann

Girl #1,144 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian Latin

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,144
Total SSA Count
211
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Annie

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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
Nicknames
Neil, Nils

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Popularity Comparison

Ann Rank #1,144
Neilson Rank #17,280

Ann is more popular, ranked #1144 vs #17280 for Neilson.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ann ___

  • Ann Marie
  • Ann Elizabeth
  • Ann Louise
  • Ann Grace
  • Ann Margaret
  • Ann Claire

Neilson ___

  • Neilson James
  • Neilson Alexander
  • Neilson Reid
  • Neilson Grant
  • Neilson Hugh

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ann

Mary Jane Ruth George William

If you choose Neilson

Fraser Duncan Callum Isla

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ann or Neilson more popular?

Ann is more popular, ranked #1144 compared to Neilson at #17280 in the United States.

What do Ann and Neilson mean?

Ann means "grace, favor" (Hebrew origin). Neilson means "son of Neil" (Scottish patronymic origin).

Are Ann and Neilson boy or girl names?

Ann is primarily a girl name. Neilson is primarily a boy name.

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