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Wilson vs Albert

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

Wilson Rank #645
Albert Rank #607

Albert is more popular, ranked #607 vs #645 for Wilson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wilson or Albert more popular?

Albert is more popular, ranked #607 compared to Wilson at #645 in the United States.

What do Wilson and Albert mean?

Wilson means "son of Will (William)" (Middle English patronymic origin). Albert means "noble bright (adal + beraht)" (Old High German origin).

Are Wilson and Albert boy or girl names?

Wilson is primarily a boy name. Albert is primarily a boy name.

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