Willaim Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name William has its roots in Old German, meaning 'resolute protector' and is composed of the elements 'will' and 'helm'. It evolved from Wilhelm in Old High German to William in Middle English and has variants like Bill and Billy. The name carries connotations of nobility and strength, gaining popularity after the Norman Conquest due to figures like William the Conqueror. It does not have biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Willaim"
Pronunciation
/ˈwɪl.jəm/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
The name William is derived from the Germanic elements 'wil' meaning 'will' or 'desire' and 'helm' meaning 'helmet' or 'protection'.
Meaning
resolute protector
Language Evolution
Wilhelm (Old High German), William (Middle English), Guillame (Old French)
Historical Usage
William gained popularity in England after the Norman Conquest in 1066, particularly due to William the Conqueror.
Variants & Derivatives
Will, Bill, Billy, Wilhelm, Guillame
Modern Popularity & Image
William remains a popular name today, often associated with nobility and strength, particularly due to its use in royal families.
Famous People
William Shakespeare, William Wordsworth, Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, William Faulkner, William the Conqueror
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✨ Willaim Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 34 peak births in 1987
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Willaim"
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 "Willaim"
"Willaim" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2027th of 7545 | 249 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1992nd of 6773 | 248 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1886th of 7552 | 332 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2129th of 10718 | 311 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2869th of 16616 | 331 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 9577th of 24088 | 93 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16359th of 23106 | 21 |
Regional Popularity of "Willaim" 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) |
- | - | - |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
55.42% 3501st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Willaim" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Willaim"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Willaim" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Willaim" in the United States
The name Willaim is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Willaim has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Willaim' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2027th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1992nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1886th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2129th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2869th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9577th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16359th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Willaim' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.