Wilson
Wilson: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈwɪlsən/ · /ˈwɪlsn̩/
Meaning and origin of Wilson
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Will (short form of William) + -son.
How popular is Wilson?
Since 1880, 210 girls and 48,807 boys in the U.S. have been named Wilson (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3177 in 1913. Its highest rank for boys was #122 in 1913. In 2025 it ranked #673 for boys, with 405 babies given the name.
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Wilson FAQ
What does the name Wilson mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. From Will (short form of William) + -son.
What is the origin of the name Wilson?
Wilson is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Wilson?
Since 1880, 210 girls and 48,807 boys in the U.S. have been named Wilson (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3177 in 1913. Its highest rank for boys was #122 in 1913. In 2025 it ranked #673 for boys, with 405 babies given the name.
Is Wilson a boy or girl name?
Wilson is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 210 girls and 48,807 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.