Dennis 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

Dennis Rank #708
Wilson Rank #645

Wilson is more popular, ranked #645 vs #708 for Dennis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dennis or Wilson more popular?

Wilson is more popular, ranked #645 compared to Dennis at #708 in the United States.

What do Dennis and Wilson mean?

Dennis means "follower of Dionysus" (Greek origin). Wilson means "son of Will (William)" (Middle English patronymic origin).

Are Dennis and Wilson boy or girl names?

Dennis is primarily a boy name. Wilson is primarily a boy name.

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