Byron Nelson
American golfer (1912–2006)
1912 — 2006
Quick Facts
Profession
American golfer (1912–2006)
Born
February 4, 1912
Died
2006 (age ~94)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
golfer
United StatesBorn in WaxahachieDied in Roanoke
1912
Born in Waxahachie (1912-02-04)
1944
AwardAssociated Press Athlete of the Year
1945
AwardAssociated Press Athlete of the Year
2006
Died in Roanoke
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Byron Nelson?+
Byron Nelson is American golfer (1912–2006). Born in 1912.
What does the name Byron mean?+
The name Byron means "A surname from Old English. Lord Byron, George Gordon (Noel) Byron, 6th Baron Byron (January 22, 1788–April 19, 1824), a famous English poet and leading figure in romanticism.. Etymology: A habitational surname from at the byre or cattleshed.". It is of English origin.
When was Byron Nelson born?+
Byron Nelson was born on February 4, 1912.
When did Byron Nelson die?+
Byron Nelson died in 2006, at approximately 94 years of age.
Name Meaning
A surname from Old English. Lord Byron, George Gordon (Noel) Byron, 6th Baron Byron (January 22, 1788–April 19, 1824), a famous English poet and leading figure in romanticism.. Etymology: A habitational surname from at the byre or cattleshed.
The name Byron is of English origin, meaning "A surname from Old English. Lord Byron, George Gordon (Noel) Byron, 6th Baron Byron (January 22, 1788–April 19, 1824), a famous English poet and leading figure in romanticism.. Etymology: A habitational surname from at the byre or cattleshed.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Byron
Byron — February 4, 1912
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Ix
Jaguar — magic, earth force, mystery
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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Respect.
— .
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
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