Wilson
Meaning
Son Of William
Origin
British
Pronunciation
/ˈwɪlsən/
Traits associated with the name Wilson:
Dogs named Wilson tend to be loving, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Wilson?
That you have a sense of humor and enjoy giving your pet a unique name. It could also suggest that you are a fan of the movie Cast Away, in which the main character's only companion is a volleyball named Wilson.
Is Wilson a good dog name?
Wilson has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Wilson isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Wilson is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Wilson was, in the past month, the 1118th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of December 2024, Wilson is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Wilson was viewed 108 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Wilson's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Wilson is most adored in Maine, Utah and Wisconsin.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Indiana, Virginia and Minnesota.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Wilson.
Most popular breeds named Wilson:
- Labrador Retriever
- German Shepherd
- Chihuahua
- Golden Retriever
- Jack Russell Terrier
Wilson is found in these categories:
old-fashioned
Popular during the 1920s, it's a nostalgic nod to President Woodrow.
british
Associated with a former UK Prime Minister, Harold.
Dog names like Wilson:
September 12, 2022
Let us know what you think of Wilson as a dog name!