Willemina
“Resolute protector”
Dutch origin · Girl name
#11100US 2023
9Births / yr
↑Rising
39All-time births
📅 Since 192000
How to pronounce Willemina
wul·em·EE·nuh
/wəl.ɛm.ˈiː.nə/ · stress on EE · 4 syllables
“Resolute protector”
Dutch origin · Girl name
What does Willemina mean and where does it come from?
Willemina is a variation of the name Wilhelmina, prevalent in Dutch and German speaking countries. It is derived from the Germanic elements 'wil', meaning will or desire, and 'helm', meaning helmet or protection. The name has royal associations in the Netherlands and is often seen as a symbol of str
Cultural significance
Willemina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Dutch-speaking communities, where it reflects values of resolute protector.
Peak popularity
Reached #5443 in 1926 — currently #11100 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Willemina?
Willemina works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Willemina Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Willemina Rose
Floral · soft ending
Willemina Mae
Sweet · timeless
Willemina Claire
French influence · crisp
Willemina Jane
Literary · strong
Willemina Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Willemina right now?
Rising fast — up 4080 spots — currently #11100 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Willemina
Willemina entered American naming records in 1920 and has been in use for over 104 years. With 39 total births recorded, Willemina remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5756 in 1920, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11100 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Willemina in 1926:
Willemina has only 39 total recorded births since 1920 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Willemina?
CROATIAN
Vilma
CZECH
Vilma
DUTCH
ElmaHelmaMienMinaWilWillyWilma
ENGLISH
MinaMinnieVelmaWillaWilma
What names sound and feel like Willemina?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Willemina also consider these
How is Willemina written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Willemina?
Wilhelm ANCIENT GERMANICWillahelm ANCIENT GERMANICGwilherm BRETONGuillem CATALANVilim CROATIANVilko CROATIANVilém CZECHVilhelm DANISHJelle DUTCHPim DUTCHWil DUTCHWilhelmus DUTCHWillem DUTCHWilly DUTCHWim DUTCHBill ENGLISHBillie ENGLISHBilly ENGLISHLiam ENGLISHWil ENGLISHWill ENGLISHWilliam ENGLISHWillie ENGLISHWilly ENGLISHVilĉjo ESPERANTOVilhelmo ESPERANTOVillem ESTONIANJami FINNISHVilhelm FINNISHVilhelmi FINNISHVilho FINNISHVili FINNISHViljami FINNISHViljo FINNISHVille FINNISHGuillaume FRENCHWilhelm GERMANWilli GERMANWilly GERMANWim GERMANVili HUNGARIANVilmos HUNGARIANVilhjálmur ICELANDICLiam IRISHUilleag IRISHUilliam IRISHUlick IRISHGuglielmo ITALIANVilhelms LATVIANVilis LATVIANWöllem LIMBURGISHWullem LIMBURGISHWum LIMBURGISHVilhelmas LITHUANIANIlliam MANXWiremu MAORIWilkin MEDIEVAL ENGLISHWilky MEDIEVAL ENGLISHWilmot MEDIEVAL ENGLISHVilhelm NORWEGIANWilhelm POLISHGuilherme PORTUGUESEUilleam SCOTTISHViliam SLOVAKVili SLOVENEViljem SLOVENEVilko SLOVENEGuillermo SPANISHVilhelm SWEDISHVille SWEDISHGwil WELSHGwilim WELSHGwillym WELSHGwilym WELSHLiam ENGLISHWilkie ENGLISHWillis ENGLISHWilson ENGLISH
Common questions about the name Willemina
What does the name Willemina mean?
Willemina means "Resolute protector" — a name rooted in Dutch 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 Willemina?
Willemina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Willemina have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Willemina?
Willemina originates from Dutch tradition. Dutch 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 Willemina?
Willemina is a four-syllable name pronounced W AH0 L EH0 M IY1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Willemina?
Willemina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Dutch heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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