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William Harrison Houston, 1846 - 1934
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William Wallace Houston, 1889 - 1957
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WILLIAM WALLACE HOUSTON, 1889 - 1957
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William Wallace Houston, 1889 - 1957
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William Houston, 1838 - 1924
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William Alfred Will HOUSTON, 1847 - 1940
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William Harrison Houston, 1846 - 1934
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William Perry Houston, 1875 - 1970
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William Houston, 1838 - 1924
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William Mayes Houston, 1847 - 1905
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William Tate Houston, 1842 - 1920
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William Wallace Houston, 1889 - 1957
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William Stewart Snr Houston, 1852 - 1936
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William Rogers Houston, 1858 - 1920
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William Houston, 1904 - 1976
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William Houston, 1857 - 1938
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William Houston, 1917 - 1960
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William F. Houston, 1917 - 1960
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William Houston, 1857 - 1938
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William Henry Houston, Circa 1862 - 1926
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William Houston, 1880 - 1937
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William Russell Houston, Circa 1817 - 1892
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William Houston, Circa 1887 - 1951
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William L. Houston in Berkeley Daily Gazette - Nov 25 1922
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William J. Houston in Semi-weekly standard. - Nov 25 1862
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William Houston in Globe (Sydney, NSW) - Apr 21 1886
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William Henry Houston, 1870 - 1943
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
William Mckamey Houston, 1855 - 1943
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
William Houston, 1892 - 1943
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
William R. Houston, died 1937
South Carolina, Deaths, 1915-1943
William George Houston, 1861 - 1938
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Houston, 1888 - 1946
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William Houston, 1827 - 1911
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William J. Houston, 1868 - 1934
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
William J. Houston, 1827 - 1863
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William James Houston, 1828 - 1863
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William James Houston, 1828 - 1883
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William Guiler Houston, 1867 - 1942
West Virginia, Deaths
William Houston, 1930 - 1931
West Virginia, Deaths
William Houston, Circa 1832 - 1866
West Virginia, Deaths
William Guiler Houston, died 1942
West Virginia, Deaths
William Alford Houston, 1949 - 2001
Maryland Deaths
William Albert Houston, 1940 - 2011
Maryland Deaths
William Joseph Houston, 1930 - 2000
Maryland Deaths
William Theodore Houston, 1912 - 2000
Maryland Deaths
William Hutchison Houston, 1872 - 1938
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
William Houston, 1878 - 1910
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
William Gordon Houston, 1920 - 1929
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
William Houston, 1845 - 1928
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
William B. Houston, 1917 - 1958
Arizona Death Certificates
William Blair Houston, 1903 - 1953
Arizona Death Certificates
William Houston, 1923 - 1963
Arizona Death Certificates
William Tobias Houston, 1878 - 1970
Arizona Death CertificatesWilliam Sullivan (born Houston), 1909 - 1981
BillionGravesWilliam Forrester Houston, 1893 - 1979
BillionGravesWilliam Marion Houston, 1908 - 1993
BillionGravesWilliam John Houston, 1893 - 1973
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William Henry Houston, 1876 - 1966
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
William Houston, Circa 1860 - 1927
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
William Houston, 1893 - 1957
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
William Houston, 1836 - 1912
Idaho, Deaths and Stillbirths
William R. Houston, 1877 - 1947
Michigan Deaths
William Harvey Houston, 1834 - 1913
Michigan Deaths
William J. Houston, 1864 - 1944
Michigan DeathsWilliam Houston, Circa 1796 - 1877
Michigan DeathsSir William Houston 1st Baronet, 1766 - 1842
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William C. Houston, 1852 - 1931
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William Vermillion Houston, 1900 - 1968
Famous People Throughout HistoryHouston Long William, 1843 - 1912
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- Arabic: ويليام هيوستن (Wīlīyām Hiyūstin)
- Japanese: ウィリアム・ヒューストン (Uiriamu Hyūsuton)
- Russian: Уильям Хьюстон (Vilyam Kh'yuston)
- Spanish (f): Guillermina Houston
- Spanish (m): Guillermo Houston


- USA 39%
- United Kingdom 35%
- Ireland 22%
- Canada 2%
- Australia 1%
- Other 1%
The first name William has its origins in the Germanic elements "wil," meaning "will" or "desire," and "helm," meaning "helmet" or "protection," which together convey the meaning of "resolute protector." This name first appeared in the early medieval period, particularly in regions that are now part of modern-day Germany and France, gaining prominence in England after the Norman Conquest in 1066, largely due to William the Conqueror. Historically, those who bore the name were often associated with leadership and nobility, reflecting the protective and determined qualities implied by its meaning. Variations of the name William can be found across different cultures, including Guillaume in French, Guillermo in Spanish, and Wilhelm in German, each reflecting local linguistic characteristics. The name has remained popular throughout history, often associated with notable figures such as kings, writers, and leaders, further solidifying its esteemed status in various societies.
The last name "Houston" has its origins in Scotland, specifically deriving from the place name "Houstoun," which is located in West Lothian. The name itself is believed to mean "Hugh's town," with "Hugh" being a personal name of Old French origin, meaning "heart" or "mind." Historically, the surname was associated with landowners and nobility, reflecting the characteristics of strength and leadership. Variations of the surname can be found in different regions, including "Houstoun" and "Huston," with some variations appearing in Ireland and the United States, where the name has been anglicized or altered in spelling. The pronunciation may also vary, with some regions emphasizing different syllables. Overall, the surname Houston carries a rich historical significance tied to its geographical roots and the social status of its early bearers.
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