Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Wilson
Proper noun
/ˈwɪl.sən/
Definition
A common surname and a given name, originating from the Old English personal name ‘Willa’ and the suffix ‘son’, meaning ‘son of Willa’.
Examples
- Wilson is a popular surname in many English-speaking countries.
- At the event, I met a man named John Wilson.
- Many famous personalities, including Woodrow Wilson, have held the last name Wilson.
Meaning
The name is often used to refer to individuals or families with the surname Wilson, reflecting descending lineage from an ancestor named Willa.
Synonyms
- Willa’s son
- Descendant of Willa
