Holding steady.
Popularity of Neldon since 1917
Babies named Neldon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 42 |
| 1930s | 39 |
| 1940s | 54 |
| 1950s | 18 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Neldon is a rare American given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1917, during a period when inventive coinages were common. It reached its peak in 1935, the year it was most frequently recorded, though it never entered the top 1000 rankings. The name has remained stable in its rarity, with no significant revival. Its origins are unclear, but it may be a respelling or variant of Nelson, which itself derives from an English surname meaning 'son of Neil.' The name's sound fits the pattern of other early 20th-century coinages like Delton and Melvin. Despite its obscurity, Neldon has a straightforward pronunciation and a friendly, familiar feel.
Neldon is a modern English coinage of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of Nelson, the English patronymic surname meaning 'son of Neil,' or a place name derived from Old English. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1917 and saw modest use in the early 20th century, with its peak in 1935.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nel, Nelly
Variants: Neldan
Sibling names for Neldon
Names that share Neldon's style, for a brother or sister.
