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Mack 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

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Popularity Comparison

Mack Rank #499
Wilson Rank #645

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 vs #645 for Wilson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mack or Wilson more popular?

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 compared to Wilson at #645 in the United States.

What do Mack and Wilson mean?

Mack means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Wilson means "son of Will (William)" (Middle English patronymic origin).

Are Mack and Wilson boy or girl names?

Mack is primarily a boy name. Wilson is primarily a boy name.

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