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Nels
BoyNels is a boy's name of Scandinavian origin meaning "Neil's son or champion.". It is pronounced NELZ. Today it is a popular name (popularity 71/100).
Scandinavian origin · /NELZ/ · nordic
Meaning: Neil's son or champion.
Popularity 71/1001 syllablesPeaked 1918→ Stable
Insights
Most popular in the 1910s.
Today, Nels is a popular, familiar name (popularity 71/100).
Frequently asked questions about Nels
What does Nels mean?
Nels means "Neil's son or champion.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
Is Nels a boy or girl name?
Nels is traditionally a boy's name.
How popular is Nels?
Nels is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 71/100. It was most popular in the 1910s.
How is Nels pronounced?
Nels is pronounced NELZ.
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