What nationality is the surname Wilson?

The surname Wilson is of English, Scottish, and Northern Irish origin.

According to Ancestry.com, the majority of the Wilson families were living in England (5,106), Ireland (2,637), Scotland (2,437), Great Britain (1,075), Sweden (662) and Germany (254). Wilson means "son of Will", a patronymic from the personal name Will, a diminutive of William.

Famous people with this last name are NFL quarterback Russell Wilson, Rita Wilson, Carnie Wilson, Rainn Wilson and Owen Wilson.

This surname appears in the following categories:

• Country Stars
• First Ladies
• Presidents' Kids
• Rock Kings and Queens
• U.S. Presidents

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