Save Type Surname (from given name) Usage English Pronounced Pron. NEHL-sən [key·IPA] Expand LinksMeaning & History Means "son of NEIL". This name was borne by the British admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). DetailsRelated Names VariantsNeal, Neil, Nielson, Nigel, NilesGiven Name DescendantNelson(English) Categories actors, athletes, Marvel characters, musicians, saints Entry updated November 16, 2019 ·