Paul Nelson

Paul Nelson may refer to:


 * Paul Nelson (critic) (1936–2006), rock critic who worked for Rolling Stone
 * Paul R. Nelson (born 1966), 2006 Republican nominee for Wisconsin's 3rd congressional district
 * Paul Nelson (composer) (1929–2008), American musician and composer
 * Paul Nelson (creationist) (born 1958), philosopher of science and Intelligent Design advocate
 * Paul Nelson (musician), guitarist with Liege Lord and Johnny Winter
 * Paul Nelson (South Dakota politician), member of the South Dakota State House of Representatives
 * Paul Nelson (architect), French architect