Wilson Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Wilson Name at a Glance

Name	Wilson
Meaning	Son of Will. Surname.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Wilson Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Wilson means “Son of Will. Surname”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Wilson Name Origin

Our database records Wilson under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Wilson a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Wilson is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Wilson

When considering Wilson for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.