Wilson
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Son of Will, son of the determined
Origin: English
Popularity: Ranked #673 in 2025 with 405 babies born.
History: Wilson surged in the 2010s-2020s as a surname-name. Wilson is the volleyball in Cast Away — Tom Hanks' only friend on a deserted island, and one of cinema's most emotional 'characters.' President Woodrow Wilson shaped the modern world. Wilson means American cinema's most beloved inanimate object.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Wilson? About 1 in 8,219 babies born in 2025 were named Wilson, or roughly 1.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Wilson
What does the name Wilson mean?
Wilson means “Son of Will, son of the determined” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Wilson?
Wilson has English origin. The traditional meaning is “Son of Will, son of the determined”.
How popular is Wilson?
Wilson ranked #672 in 2025 — given to 405 babies that year.
When was Wilson most popular?
Wilson peaked in 1918 with 1,381 babies registered that year.
Is Wilson a boy or girl name?
Wilson is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Wilsons in registered births are male.
Is the name Wilson rising or falling in popularity?
Wilson has risen 14729 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #15401 in 2020 to #672 in 2025.
How long has Wilson been recorded?
Wilson appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.