Willia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Willia originates from Old German, meaning 'resolute protector'. It evolved from the Germanic roots 'wil' and 'haim', reflecting a history of strength and determination. Willia has biblical relevance. It saw increased usage in the 19th century and is viewed positively today, associated with uniqueness and charm. Notable figures include Willa Cather and Willa Ford.
The name Willia is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Willia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. 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. Across generations, 'Willia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3587th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3355th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2993rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3715th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6058th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 877th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 866th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1819th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8765th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Willia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Willia"
Pronunciation
/ˈwɪliə/
Origin
Old German
Etymology
The name Willia is derived from the Germanic elements 'wil', meaning 'will' or 'desire', and 'haim', meaning 'home' or 'village'. It is a feminine form of the name William.
Meaning
resolute protector
Language Evolution
Willa, Wilhelmina, Willia
Historical Usage
Willia gained popularity in the 19th century as a feminine form of William and has remained in use in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Willa, Wilhelmina, Willie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Willia is seen as a vintage name that carries a sense of charm and strength, appealing to parents looking for unique but classic names.
Famous People
Willa Cather, an American author known for her novels about life on the Great Plains., Willa Ford, an American singer and actress.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Willia"
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 "Willia"
"Willia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3587th of 7545 | 82 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3355th of 6773 | 91 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2993rd of 7552 | 145 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3715th of 10718 | 124 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6058th of 16616 | 103 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 877th of 9107 | 1,197 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 866th of 9204 | 1,273 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1819th of 12526 | 653 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8765th of 19264 | 62 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Willia" 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 "Willia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
84.39% 1195th/1416 |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
26.12% 618th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
95.54% 1477th/1546 |
- |
25.75% 606th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
45.67% 1303rd/2853 |
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| 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 "Willia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Willia" 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.