James Wilson Name Meaning & Origin
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The name James is derived from the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning 'supplanter'. Wilson is a patronymic surname meaning 'son of William', with William originating from Old Germanic elements meaning 'will, desire' and 'helmet, protection'.
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American (Anglo-Saxon) 50% -
British (Celtic/Anglo-Saxon) 30% -
Australian (Anglo-Celtic) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: James
- Last Name: Wilson
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name James in the US (SSA Data):
James Wilson Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 3
People with this name tend to be: Creative, social, and communicative.