Wilson - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Wilson \wi(l)-son\ is pronounced WIL-son. It is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "son of William". Surname. President Woodrow Wilson; composer Robert Wilson; Beach Boy Brian Wilson.

Wilson has 1 variant form: Willson.

For more information, see also the related name William.

Baby names that sound like Wilson are Allson, Elson and Ellson.

Wilson is a popular male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Wilson. Click here to compare Wilson with related baby names.