Wilson \wi(l)-son\ as a boy's name is pronounced WIL-son. It is of Old English origin, and the meaning of Wilson is "son of William". Surname. President Woodrow Wilson; composer Robert Wilson; Beach Boy Brian Wilson.

Wilson has 1 variant form: Willson.

For more information, see also the related name William.

Baby names that sound like Wilson are Allson, Elson and Ellson.