The surname Williamson is found in England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. The name Williamson is of patronymic origin, meaning son of, or descendant of William. The personal name William is the Norman form of an Old French personal name composed of the Germanic elements wil meaning “will or desire” and   helm  meaning “helmet orprotection.” This was introduced into England and Wales at the time of the Conquest, and within a very short period it became the most popular personal name throughout Britain. A notable bearer of the name was the British 19th Century chemist Alexander William Williamson. Today there are 112,000 bearers of the last name Willamson living in The United States.

WILLIAMSON EMPEROR CREST RING