At a Glance
- Meaning
- Son of William, meaning 'resolute protector'
- Origin
- Welsh and English (surname)
- Pronunciation
- WIL-yumz
Williams is a Welsh and English (surname) name used for both boys and girls meaning “Son of William, meaning 'resolute protector'”.
Meaning & Origin of Williams
Meaning: Son of William, meaning 'resolute protector'.
Origin: Welsh and English (surname).
How to Pronounce Williams
WIL-yumzIPA /ˈwɪljəmz/
Popularity of Williams
● Peak: #515 in 1887 · ● Latest: #2542 in 2024. Higher on the chart = more popular. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1880–2024.
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