Vilma Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Vilma is a name of Germanic origin, meaning 'determined protector'. It evolved from Wilhelmina and has undergone language adaptations over time. It is associated with strength and determination, with no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the early 20th century and is currently viewed as vintage yet appealing.
The name Vilma is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Vilma has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Vilma' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 965th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 892nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1450th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2222nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2879th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5389th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6611th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Vilma' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vilma"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɪlmə/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Vilma is derived from the Germanic elements 'wil', meaning 'will' or 'desire', and 'helm', meaning 'helmet' or 'protection'. It is often considered a feminine form of the name Wilhelm.
Meaning
Determined protector
Language Evolution
Wilhelmina, Vilma
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in Scandinavian countries and among various European communities. It has been used in literature and film, contributing to its modern appeal.
Variants & Derivatives
Wilma, Vilhelm, Willa
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Vilma is perceived as a vintage yet charming name that carries a sense of strength and determination. It is less common today but retains a classic appeal.
Famous People
Vilma Bánky - a Hungarian-American actress, Vilma Santos - a prominent Filipino actress and politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vilma"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Vilma"
"Vilma" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 965th of 9107 | 1,001 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 892nd of 9204 | 1,206 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1450th of 12526 | 980 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2222nd of 19264 | 596 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2879th of 27321 | 601 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5389th of 35406 | 374 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6611th of 30306 | 217 |
Regional Popularity of "Vilma" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Vilma" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
58.40% 827th/1416 |
33.36% 460th/1379 |
74.60% 1765th/2366 |
80.91% 924th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
53.17% 822nd/1546 |
28.02% 436th/1556 |
52.91% 1245th/2353 |
69.75% 1079th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
80.96% 1803rd/2227 |
29.63% 720th/2430 |
47.53% 1356th/2853 |
52.25% 1450th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
32.59% 1135th/3483 |
50.37% 1772nd/3518 |
37.69% 1524th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
59.20% 2649th/4475 |
40.47% 2102nd/5194 |
25.28% 1597th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
59.57% 4356th/7313 |
43.24% 3227th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
70.13% 4784th/6822 |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Vilma"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vilma" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.