Wilson

Wilson means "son of the determined protector" or "son of the one who wills." It is often interpreted as representing those who are protective and willing.

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Wilson is of Old German origin, descendent from "Willhelm" which means "will helmet" or "protection." The surname later became a popular given name, especially in English-speaking countries.

  • Popularity: 1,366th
  • Babies named Wilson in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 404
  • Nicknames: Will, Willy, Wills, Bill, Wil.
  • Full Names: Willard Wilson, William Wilson, Wilson Jameson, Wilson Patrick, Wilson Robert.
  • Famous Namesakes: Woodrow Wilson-28th U.S. President, Owen Wilson-Actor, Brian Wilson-Musician, Wilson Valdez-Baseball player, Wilson Pickett-Musician.
  • Gender: Traditionally a masculine given name, Wilson has a strong heritage in surnames.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Wilson resonates with the vibrations of the number 8, which is associated with ambition, resilience, and leadership. People with this name tend to be driven and capable of achieving their goals.

Wilson has consistently been a popular surname in English-speaking countries and has seen use as a first name as well, particularly in the U.S. It ranked in the top 1000 baby names in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.

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