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Wilson

The meaning of Wilson, a traditional British surname, is perhaps no surprise; it literally means "the son of William." However, this formal-sounding classic gets a modern makeover as a gender-neutral first name! Wilson has a powerful, commanding quality to it, which certainly bodes well for baby as they step out into the world and have their voice heard. Tennis fans may love this name as it points to the famous sports brand. Others may fall game, set, and match for Wilson owing to its unique quality and memorable appeal.
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Meaning

Son of william

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Pronunciation

WIL-suhn

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Traits

  • Steadfast
  • Reliable
  • Friendly
  • Ambitious

Compatibility

Wilson pairs well with classic and traditional names for siblings, as it complements their timeless charm. It also works nicely as a strong and distinguished middle name. Culturally, Wilson fits well in both formal and informal settings, making it a versatile choice for any family.

Steadfast Reliable Friendly Ambitious

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Wilson Pickett

Wilson Pickett

Musician

Born: March 18, 1941 · Prattville, Alabama, USA

Portrait of Wilson Bethel

Wilson Bethel

Actor

Born: February 24, 1984 · Hillsborough, New Hampshire, USA

Portrait of Wilson Kipsang

Wilson Kipsang

Athlete

Born: March 15, 1982 · Keiyo, Kenya

Portrait of Wilson Rawls

Wilson Rawls

Writer

Born: September 24, 1913 · Scraper, Oklahoma, USA

Portrait of Wilson Ramos

Wilson Ramos

Athlete

Born: August 10, 1987 · Valencia, Carabobo, Venezuela

Portrait of Wilson Witzel

Wilson Witzel

Leader

Born: January 19, 1968 · Jundiaí, São Paulo, Brazil

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Wilson Original form
  • Вилсон Russian
  • 威尔逊 Chinese
  • ويلسون Arabic
  • วิลสัน Thai
  • Japanese
  • Hebrew
  • Hindi
  • Georgian

Cultural Adaptations

  • ウィルソン (U~irison) Japanese
  • ווילסון (Vilson) Hebrew
  • विल्सन (Vilsan) Hindi
  • უილსონი (Uilsoni) Georgian

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wilson

What does Wilson mean?
Son of william
What is the origin of Wilson?
Wilson has British origins.
Is Wilson popular?
Wilson has been viewed 174 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Wilson?
Similar names include Umi, Raina, Abdul, Winnie, Rayan.
How do you pronounce Wilson?
Wilson is pronounced WIL-suhn.

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