Vilma

“will,”

Latvia origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5536US 2023

23Births / yr

↑Rising

4.9kAll-time births

📅 Since 190100.02% of births at peak

How to pronounce Vilma

VILM·uh

/ˈvɪlm.ə/ · stress on VILM · 2 syllables

“will,”

Latvia origin · Girl name

What does Vilma mean and where does it come from?

The name Vilma is derived from the Old German name Wilhelmina, which means 'will,' 'desire,' and 'protection.' It is particularly popular in Latvia and Lithuania. The name has historical significance, as it gained notoriety in the 20th century due to various cultural figures. Variants of the name in

Cultural significance

Vilma has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Latvia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of latin.

Peak popularity

Reached #478 in 1927 — currently #5536 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Vilma?

Vilma works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Vilma Grace

How popular is Vilma right now?

Rising fast — up 431 spots — currently #5536 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1905–2023#5536 · Top 4.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5536	23	▲ up 431 · +10% births
2022	#5967	21	▲ up 705 · +17% births
2021	#6672	18	▼ down 618 · -5% births
2020	#6054	19	▲ up 926 · +12% births
2015	#6980	17	▲ up 1303 · +21% births
2010	#8283	14	▼ down 3157 · -44% births
2005	#5126	25	▼ down 1132 · -19% births
2000	#3994	31	▼ down 701 · -9% births
1995	#3293	34	▼ down 797 · -29% births
1990	#2496	48	▲ up 597 · +66% births
1985	#3093	29	▲ up 136 · +12% births
1980	#3229	26	▼ down 1203 · -40% births
1975	#2026	43	▲ up 106 · +13% births
1970	#2132	38	▼ down 599 · -28% births
1965	#1533	53	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Vilma

Best Year1930Rank #562

Peak Count147

Average Rank#3089

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1905 - 202327 years

The story of Vilma

Vilma entered American naming records in 1901 and has been in use for over 123 years. With 4,888 total births recorded, Vilma remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2160 in 1905, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5536 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Vilma in 1927:

Mary Dorothy Betty Helen Margaret

Vilma by decade

Vilma peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1900s	64
1910s	360
1920s ★	952
1930s	687
1940s	251
1950s	453
1960s	667
1970s	321
1980s	344
1990s	359
2000s	254
2010s	157
2020s	19

💎With 4,888 total births, Vilma is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Vilma?

Common

VilVi

What names sound and feel like Vilma?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Vilma also consider these

Brazil · A beloved name

Gilma

Hebrew · a young girl

Villa

Italy · Village, farm.

Wilma

Germanic · will helmet (protection)

Bilma

Middle East · one who is

Rilma

American · Spanish

How is Vilma written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Vilma?

Wilhelm ANCIENT GERMANIC Willahelm ANCIENT GERMANIC Gwilherm BRETON Guillem CATALAN Vilim CROATIAN Vilko CROATIAN Vilém CZECH Vilhelm DANISH Jelle DUTCH Pim DUTCH Wil DUTCH Wilhelmus DUTCH Willem DUTCH Willy DUTCH Wim DUTCH Bill ENGLISH Billie ENGLISH Billy ENGLISH Liam ENGLISH Wil ENGLISH Will ENGLISH William ENGLISH Willie ENGLISH Willy ENGLISH Vilĉjo ESPERANTO Vilhelmo ESPERANTO Villem ESTONIAN Jami FINNISH Vilhelm FINNISH Vilhelmi FINNISH Vilho FINNISH Vili FINNISH Viljami FINNISH Viljo FINNISH Ville FINNISH Guillaume FRENCH Wilhelm GERMAN Willi GERMAN Willy GERMAN Wim GERMAN Vili HUNGARIAN Vilmos HUNGARIAN Vilhjálmur ICELANDIC Liam IRISH Uilleag IRISH Uilliam IRISH Ulick IRISH Guglielmo ITALIAN Vilhelms LATVIAN Vilis LATVIAN Wöllem LIMBURGISH Wullem LIMBURGISH Wum LIMBURGISH Vilhelmas LITHUANIAN Illiam MANX Wiremu MAORI Wilkin MEDIEVAL ENGLISH Wilky MEDIEVAL ENGLISH Wilmot MEDIEVAL ENGLISH Vilhelm NORWEGIAN Wilhelm POLISH Guilherme PORTUGUESE Uilleam SCOTTISH Viliam SLOVAK Vili SLOVENE Viljem SLOVENE Vilko SLOVENE Guillermo SPANISH Vilhelm SWEDISH Ville SWEDISH Gwil WELSH Gwilim WELSH Gwillym WELSH Gwilym WELSH Liam ENGLISH Wilkie ENGLISH Willis ENGLISH Wilson ENGLISH

Common questions about the name Vilma

What does the name Vilma mean?

Vilma means "Latin" — a name rooted in Latvia tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Vilma?

Vilma is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Vilma have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Vilma?

Vilma originates from Latvia tradition. Latvia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Vilma?

Vilma is a two-syllable name pronounced V IH1 L M AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Vilma trending right now?

Vilma is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.