Wilhelm is a ♂ boy’s name.
What is the origin of the name Wilhelm?
Wilhelm is the original German form of the name William and is of Old High German origin.
What does the name Wilhelm mean?
Wilhelm means “resolute protector” (from Old High German “willio” = will/desire + “helm” = protection/helmet).
Pronunciation of Wilhelm
Variants of the name Wilhelm
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The name Wilhelm is ranked #2278 overall.
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Last updated: 4/13/2022
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