Ariel vs Wilson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilson

Boy #645 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Will (William)"

Origin: Middle English patronymic

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#645
Total SSA Count
431
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ariel Rank #512
Wilson Rank #645

Ariel is more popular, ranked #512 vs #645 for Wilson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ariel or Wilson more popular?

Ariel is more popular, ranked #512 compared to Wilson at #645 in the United States.

What do Ariel and Wilson mean?

Ariel means "lion of God" (Hebrew origin). Wilson means "son of Will (William)" (Middle English patronymic origin).

Are Ariel and Wilson boy or girl names?

Ariel is primarily a boy name. Wilson is primarily a boy name.

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