William Hinson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

William Hinson — strong protector
3.7 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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William Hinson is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name William is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. From the Old High German Willahelm, composed of wil (will, desire) and helm (helmet, protection). Introduced to England by William the Conqueror in 1066. The surname Hinson: Hinson is a surname List of people with the surname Ashley Hinson (born 1983), American politician Barry Hinson (born 1961), American basketball coach Blake Hinson (born 1999), American basketball player Dave Hinson (born 1972), American politician David R. Hinson (1933–2023), American pilot and former head of Midway Airlines Darnell Hinson (born 1980), American basketball player Jon Hinson (1942–1995), American politician from Mississippi Jack Hinson (c. William is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 3.7 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name William reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: William

Meaning: strong protector

Germanic

From the Old High German Willahelm, composed of wil (will, desire) and helm (helmet, protection). Introduced to England by William the Conqueror in 1066.

Surname: Hinson

English

Hinson is a surname List of people with the surname Ashley Hinson (born 1983), American politician Barry Hinson (born 1961), American basketball coach Blake Hinson (born 1999), American basketball player Dave Hinson (born 1972), American politician David R. Hinson (1933–2023), American pilot and former head of Midway Airlines Darnell Hinson (born 1980), American basketball player Jon Hinson (1942–1995), American politician from Mississippi Jack Hinson (c.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name William is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 46%
United Kingdom 24%
Germany 13%
Australia 9%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name William by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name William has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Will
  • Bill
  • Willy
  • Billy
  • Guillaume
  • Wilhelm
  • Guillermo

Notable People Named William Hinson

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for William Hinson:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name William?
The first name William originates from Germanic. From the Old High German Willahelm, composed of wil (will, desire) and helm (helmet, protection). Introduced to England by William the Conqueror in 1066.
When was William most popular?
The name William reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Hinson?
The surname Hinson originates from English. Hinson is a surname List of people with the surname Ashley Hinson (born 1983), American politician Barry Hinson (born 1961), American basketball coach Blake Hinson (born 1999), American basketball player Dave Hinson (born 1972), American politician David R. Hinson (1933–2023), American pilot and former head of Midway Airlines Darnell Hinson (born 1980), American basketball player Jon Hinson (1942–1995), American politician from Mississippi Jack Hinson (c.
What are the origins of the name William Hinson?
The name William Hinson combines two different traditions: the first name William has Germanic roots, while the surname Hinson originates from English.
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