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Williamson

WIHL-yuhm-suhn

Williamson (name) means an English surname meaning "son of William.". Example: “Williamson is a surname common throughout Britain and the United States.”

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An English surname meaning "son of William."
"Williamson is a surname common throughout Britain and the United States."

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What does “Williamson” mean?

The word “Williamson” means an English surname meaning "son of William.".

How do you pronounce “Williamson”?

“Williamson” is pronounced WIHL-yuhm-suhn (/ˈwɪl.jəm.sən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Williamson” in a sentence?

Here is “Williamson” used in a sentence: “Williamson is a surname common throughout Britain and the United States.”

What part of speech is “Williamson”?

“Williamson” is a name.

Is “Williamson” a common word?

“Williamson” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Is Williamson an English or Scottish surname?

Williamson is classified as an English surname, though patronymic surnames formed with "-son" (meaning "son of") are also common across Scotland and other parts of Britain.

Is Williamson related to the name William?

Yes, Williamson derives directly from the given name William, with "-son" added to indicate lineage, meaning "son of William."

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