Layton 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

Layton Rank #693
Wilson Rank #645

Wilson is more popular, ranked #645 vs #693 for Layton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Layton or Wilson more popular?

Wilson is more popular, ranked #645 compared to Layton at #693 in the United States.

What do Layton and Wilson mean?

Layton means "herb farm, meadow settlement" (Old English origin). Wilson means "son of Will (William)" (Middle English patronymic origin).

Are Layton and Wilson boy or girl names?

Layton is primarily a boy name. Wilson is primarily a boy name.

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