Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Birthday
(Saturday)
Nationality
Languages
English
Zodiac Sign
♐ Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac
兔 Rabbit
Name Origin
English < Proto-Germanic (*Wiljahelmaz)
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Bill Bryson: American-British author (born 1951).
Born (age 74).
The name William means william is an English name whose origin is Germanic. Derived from Willahelm, its meaning results from the union of "wil", meaning "desire" or "will", and "helm", meaning "protection".
Biography
William McGuire Bryson ( BRYE-sən; born 8 December 1951) is an American-British journalist and author. Bryson has written nonfiction books on topics including travel, the English language, and science. Born in the United States, he has resided in Britain for most of his adult life, returning to the U.S. between 1995 and 2003, and holds dual American and British citizenship. He was the chancellor of Durham University from 2005 to 2011.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Bill Bryson is 74 years old, born on .
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