The nameWilhelm
Wilhelm is the German form of William.
- Boy's name
- Germanic
Meaning
From the Germanic wil, "will", and helm, "helmet".
Origin
Germanic.
History
In France it has been given in small numbers throughout the twentieth century.
Popularity of the name Wilhelm
Wilhelm in France
1992peak year (20 births)
570babies named Wilhelm in France since 1900
Wilhelm was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 110 births over the decade, 19% of all recorded babies named Wilhelm. Half of all babies named Wilhelm in France were born before 1986, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Wilhelm in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wilhelm mean?
From the Germanic wil, "will", and helm, "helmet".
What is the origin of the name Wilhelm?
Germanic.
Is Wilhelm a girl's or a boy's name?
Wilhelm is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Wilhelm?
Variants and related names of Wilhelm include Vilma and Wilma.