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The first name Nilson is a modification of the name Nelson. Figuratively, it means 'the son of Neal'.
What does the name Nilson mean?
Nilson is a variation of Nelson and means 'the son of Neal'. The name derives from the English Neal, combined with the word 'son', which means 'the son'. Notable variants include Neil, Neille, Niall, Niallan, and Nialle.
Where does the name Nilson come from?
Nilson has its roots in Old English and means 'the son of Neal'. The Old English word 'son' means 'the son' and is also found in Irish and Scandinavian languages.
How do you pronounce Nilson?
Nilson is pronounced like 'Nils-on'.
Popularity
In Germany, Nilson is among the less common first names. In 2023, it ranked 5,488th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best position was achieved in 2013 with rank 1,939. Over the last ten years, Nilson has been chosen as a first name around 40 times, placing it 4,029th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,441st.
Nicknames & pet names
Nil / Nili / Nils / Nilsi
Famous people
- Nilson Andre (Brazilian sprinter)
- Nilson Correa Junior (footballer from Brazil)
- Nilson Cortes (Colombian footballer)
- Nilson Esidio Mora (Brazilian footballer)
- Nilson Julio Tapia (boxer)
- Nilson Lombardi (Brazilian musician)
- Nilson Matta (Brazilian jazz musician)
- Nilson Ricardo Da Silva Junior (footballer from Brazil)
Frequently asked questions about the name Nilson
What does the first name Nilson mean?
Nilson is a derivation of the name Nelson and means 'the son of Neal'.
Where does the name Nilson come from?
The name Nilson has its origins in Old English and is associated with the word 'son', which means 'the son'.
How popular is the name Nilson?
Nilson is a less common name, but it is gaining popularity in certain regions and cultures.