Female and male first names beginning with the letter “W”..
WILLIAMMICHAEL
MaleUnique blend of classic William ("strong-willed warrior") and modern Michael ("gift from God"), combining Germanic and Hebrew origins.
WILLIAMROBERT
MaleDistinctive English given name formed by combining the popular names William and Robert. Its origins date back to the 11th century when they were introduced into England by the Normans. This powerful name signifies strength, courage, and leadership, drawing from its Germanic elements meaning 'will/desire' (William) and 'fame/bright' (Robert).
WILLIAMS
FemaleWelsh patronymic surname derived from the Germanic elements 'wil' (will, desire) and 'helm' (helmet, protection), translating to "resolute protection" or "strong-willed warrior".
WILLIAMS
MaleWilliams is of Welsh origin, meaning "son of William," derived from the Germanic elements 'wil' ('will') and 'helm' ('helmet'), translating to "strong-willed warrior" or "resolute protection.
WILLIAMSON
MaleEnglish surname derived from William, meaning 'resolute protection', first appearing in Scotland in the 13th century as a patronymic name.
WILLIAN
MaleWilliam is a classic male given name of Germanic origin, derived from 'wil' meaning desire or resolution, and 'helm' meaning helmet or protection.
WILLIAN
FemaleEnglish name derived from Germanic Wilhelm, meaning "strong-willed warrior" or "resolute protector".
WILLIANNY
FemaleRare African-derived name meaning 'miracle', traditionally given to children born after long waits or considered miraculous.
WILLIARD
MaleRare English given name derived from Old English elements "will" meaning 'resolute power' and "hard" signifying 'strong'.
WILLIARD
FemaleUncommon English given name originating from Old English 'Willi', a short form of William, which means 'desire' and 'protection'.
WILLIAW
MaleThe uncommon name Williaw has unknown origins and no widely accepted meaning or history. It may be a recent creation or an adopted surname, but some suggest it's a variant of William, which means "resolute protection". Despite its unclear past, Williaw appears in historical records and popular culture, with notable figures like American Civil War veteran William "Williaw" Henry.
WILLIBALDO
MaleRare Germanic male name meaning "bold in will" or "courageous desire," first used by Visigoths in medieval times and carried by notable figures such as Spanish explorer Wilibaldo de la Cueva.
WILLIDEAN
FemaleOriginal American given name, created rather than derived from any particular language or culture.
WILLIE
MaleWillie, a German-origin diminutive of William meaning "resolute protection," has been popular for centuries and is associated with blues music.
WILLIE
FemaleScottish male given name originating from William, meaning 'resolute protection' or 'strong-willed warrior.'
WILLIELEE
FemaleRare, unique first name of uncertain origin, likely derived from Willie and Lee, but not confirmed. Its meaning and cultural associations remain unknown.
WILLIEM
MaleRare variant spelling of William, a Germanic name meaning "resolute protection," widely used since the 11th century and popular among rulers and literary figures.
WILLIEMAE
FemaleRare and distinctive given name of unknown origin, offering parents a unique opportunity to bestow an unconventional moniker upon their child.
WILLIEN
FemaleRare English name derived from William, meaning "small but determined protector.
WILLIENE
FemaleRare, distinctive given name of uncertain origin, with no widely accepted etymology or meaning.
WILLIES
MaleWilliam is an English name derived from Germanic Wilhelm, meaning 'resolute protection' or 'strong-willed warrior'.
WILLIESHA
FemaleAmerican name created by blending Wilhelmina and Jessica, meaning "strong-willed warrior" and "God beholds," respectively.
WILLIETTA
FemaleAfrican American-origin name created by combining 'Willie' and 'Lettie', popular among Southern U.S. black communities in the early 20th century.
WILLIETTE
FemaleRare yet elegant French name derived from 'guillemet', meaning quotation marks. It's believed to be a blend of Wilhelmine and Juliette, signifying 'resolute protection' and 'youthful charm'.
WILLIFORD
MaleRare English name derived from Wilfirth, meaning 'desirous of peace'.
WILLIIAM
MaleWilliiam is of Germanic origin, meaning 'resolute protection', tracing back to Middle Ages nobility like Wilhelm I & II.
WILLILAM
MaleThe name William originates from Old German words 'wil', meaning will or desire, and 'helm', meaning helmet or protection, translating to resolute protection or strong-willed warrior.
WILLIM
MaleWilliam is a Germanic name derived from 'wil' (strong-willed) and 'helm' (helmet), signifying 'strong-willed warrior'.
WILLIMAN
MaleWilliam is an English name composed of 'will' meaning "resolute power" and 'helm' signifying "helmet" or "protection," translating to "resolute protection" or "strong-willed warrior.
WILLIMENA
FemalePowerful African name with European royal roots, meaning 'resolute protection' or 'strong-willed warrior'.
WILLINE
FemaleFrench name with Germanic origins, meaning "resolute protection" or "will helmet." It was popular among European nobility during the Middle Ages and has been featured in several literary works despite being relatively uncommon today.
WILLINGTON
MaleDistinctive African-origin male name, believed to have been created by African Americans in the early 20th century. Though its meaning is not well-documented, it's often associated with strength and courage.
WILLIOM
MaleGerman origin name meaning "strong-willed helmet" or "resolute protection".
WILLIOW
FemaleWillow is an English name derived from the willow tree, signifying grace, flexibility, and adaptability, with spiritual meanings in some Native American cultures.
WILLIS
MaleEnglish surname derived from the Old Norse Willelmus, meaning 'resolute protection' or 'strong-willed warrior'. It was originally a patronymic surname passed down through generations based on the father's given name.
WILLIS
FemaleEnglish name derived from the Old English word "will", meaning "resolute" or "strong-willed".
WILLISA
FemaleRare female name of African origin, derived from Willis meaning 'willow tree' or 'determined protection'.
WILLISHA
FemaleUnique, African-derived Yoruba name meaning 'God has given me something special', traditionally associated with divine gifts.
WILLISON
MaleUnusual English name derived from the Scottish surname Wilson, meaning 'son of William'.
WILLISTINE
FemaleEnigmatic given name with unknown origins; its meaning remains uncertain despite theories linking it to Latin/Germanic roots or blends of Wilhelmina and Josephine.