Neilson Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Neilson Name at a Glance

Name	Neilson
Meaning	Victorious; conquerer of the people. Variant of Nicholas.
Origin	Scandinavian
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Neilson Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Neilson means “Victorious; conquerer of the people. Variant of Nicholas”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Neilson Name Origin

Our database records Neilson under Scandinavian origin. Browse more Scandinavian baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Neilson a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Neilson is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Neilson

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