Elson is of English origin and means "nobleman" or "resolute protection". It was initially a surname, derived from the Old Norse personal name Ælfstan, which consisted of the elements ælf "elf" and stan "stone". Over time, it transitioned into use as a given name.
"The name Elson appears to have had its peak popularity during the years following World War I, with a significant increase in births between 1916 and 1924, reaching a high of 28 births in 1924. However, after this period, the number of births steadily declined, and by the late 1930s, it began to fluctuate significantly year by year. The total number of births with the name Elson over the years provided is 1299."