Memphis vs Wilson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Memphis

Boy #589 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"enduring and beautiful"

Origin: Ancient Egyptian (Men-nefer)

Cultural Roots

American Southern US Ancient Egyptian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#589
Total SSA Count
484
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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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

Memphis Rank #589
Wilson Rank #645

Memphis is more popular, ranked #589 vs #645 for Wilson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Memphis or Wilson more popular?

Memphis is more popular, ranked #589 compared to Wilson at #645 in the United States.

What do Memphis and Wilson mean?

Memphis means "enduring and beautiful" (Ancient Egyptian (Men-nefer) origin). Wilson means "son of Will (William)" (Middle English patronymic origin).

Are Memphis and Wilson boy or girl names?

Memphis is primarily a boy name. Wilson is primarily a boy name.

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