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Wilson Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Wilson

"An English, Scottish and northern Irish surname originating as a patronymic."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1918 👥 48,613 in US
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Meaning
An English, Scottish and northern Irish surname originating as a patronymic.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
48,613
Life Path
Number 11

📖 What Does Wilson Mean?

Wilson is a male first name. Notable people with the name include:

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Wilson is a male first name. Notable people with the name include:…

Root Element
Wilson
Core Meaning
"An English, Scottish and northern Irish surname originating as a patronymic."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Wilson

W 5
I 9
L 3
S 1
O 6
N 5
SUM 11
11
Life Path
Intuition & Insight
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
5
Personality
Freedom & Adventure

Life Path 11 — Intuition & Insight: Highly intuitive, idealistic, and visionary.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male100%
♀ Female0%

Based on 48,613 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 48,613
Peak year 1918 (1,381)
First recorded 1880
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Wilson" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "An English, Scottish and northern Irish surname originating as a patronymic.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~48,613 people named Wilson in the US. Peaked in 1918 with 1,381 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Wilson?

The Life Path number for Wilson is 11, associated with Intuition & Insight. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 5.

Is Wilson a boy or girl name?

Wilson is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.

How many people are named Wilson in the US?

Approximately 48,613 people in the United States are named Wilson. The name peaked in 1918 with 1,381 recorded uses.

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