TheNameDBWilliams
PatronymicMeaning
Son of William
Etymology
A patronymic surname meaning "son of William." From the Norman personal name William (Germanic Willahelm, "resolute protector") with the patronymic -s suffix.
About the Williams Surname
Williams is among the most common surnames in the English-speaking world, reflecting the dominance of the name William after the Norman Conquest of 1066.
Distribution
Third most common surname in the United States. Especially common in Wales and among Welsh-Americans.
Notable Bearers
Roger Williams, Tennessee Williams, Pharrell Williams