The nameWillem
Willem is a boy's name, the Dutch form of William.
- Boy's name
- Dutch
Meaning
From the Germanic wil, "will", and helm, "protection".
Origin
Dutch.
History
Found in France since the 1920s, Willem was mostly given there in the 1990s and 2000s, then declined.
Famous people named Willem
- Willem Dafoe, American actor
Popularity of the name Willem
Willem in France
1686thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2007peak year (55 births)
1,310babies named Willem in France since 1900
Willem was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 405 births over the decade, 31% of all recorded babies named Willem. Its rise began around 1968, and it peaked in 2007. Half of all babies named Willem in France were born before 2000.
Variants and related names
Willem in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Willem mean?
From the Germanic wil, "will", and helm, "protection".
What is the origin of the name Willem?
Dutch.
Is Willem a girl's or a boy's name?
Willem is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Willem?
Variants and related names of Willem include Guillaume.
Who are famous people named Willem?
Willem Dafoe, American actor.