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Meaning of the Name Watson

Updated July 10, 2025 by Jennifer M.

Watson

Gender: Male
Origin: English
Meaning: Son Of Walter

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What is the meaning of the name Watson?

The name Watson is primarily a male name of English origin that means Son Of Walter.

Dr. John Watson, famous literary sidekick to detective Sherlock Holmes.

People who like the name Watson also like:

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Stats for the Name Watson

Watson is currently not in the top 100 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts

Watson is currently #864 in U.S. births