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 & Frequency
Third most common surname in the United States. Especially common in Wales and among Welsh-Americans.
Williams Surname Distribution
Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.
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