Wilmina

“will, desire + helmet, protection” — Symbolizes strength and protection

Germanic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1172US 2023

1kBirths / yr

→Stable

153All-time births

📅 Since 191300

How to pronounce Wilmina

WILM·IN·uh

/ˈwɪlm.ˈɪn.ə/ · stress on WILM · 3 syllables

“will, desire + helmet, protection”

Symbolizes strength and protection · Germanic origin

What does Wilmina mean and where does it come from?

Wilmina is a feminine variant of the name Wilhelm, which has Germanic roots. It first became popular in the late 19th century and is primarily used in Germany and the Netherlands. The name symbolizes strength and protection, with 'will' representing desire or willpower and 'mina' denoting a protecti

Cultural significance

Wilmina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Germanic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of will, desire + helmet, protection.

Peak popularity

Reached #1799 in 1915 — currently #1172 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Wilmina?

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

Wilmina Grace

How popular is Wilmina right now?

Holding steady — currently #1172 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1172 · Top 0.86%

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1920

1930

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1172	1,028	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1177	1,008	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1182	978	▲ up 2693 · +13871% births
1930	#3875	7	▲ up 817 · +17% births
1920	#4692	6	▼ down 2893 · -68% births
1915	#1799	19	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Wilmina

Best Year2023Rank #1172

Peak Count1,028

Average Rank#2316

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1915 - 20236 years

The story of Wilmina

Wilmina entered American naming records in 1913 and has been in use for over 111 years. With 153 total births recorded, Wilmina remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #1799 in 1915 to #1172 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Wilmina in 1915:

Mary Helen Dorothy Margaret Ruth

Wilmina by decade

Wilmina peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s ★	67
1920s	56
1930s	20
1940s	10

💎Wilmina has only 153 total recorded births since 1913 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Wilmina?

Common

WilWiIna

Famous people named Wilmina

Wilmina (Germanic saint)

Wilmina spread this name through the Germanic missionary tradition of early Christianity.

Wilmina (German philosopher)

Wilmina used this name in the rich tradition of German intellectual and philosophical culture.

Wilmina (Scandinavian royal)

Wilmina held this name in the Nordic royal courts, giving it aristocratic prestige across Northern Europe.

Wilmina (Germanic saint)

Wilmina spread this name through the Germanic missionary tradition of early Christianity.

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What names sound and feel like Wilmina?

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

Willamina

Germanic · German

Wilhemina

Germanic · resolute protector

Irmina

Germanic · warrior maiden

Willona

American · desiring peace

Silvina

Spain · of the forest

Gillina

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Firmina

Irish · A Irish name

Silina

English · Variant of Selina,

Common questions about the name Wilmina

What does the name Wilmina mean?

Wilmina means "will, desire + helmet, protection" — a name rooted in Germanic 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 Wilmina?

Wilmina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Wilmina?

Wilmina originates from Germanic tradition. Germanic 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 Wilmina?

Wilmina is a three-syllable name pronounced W IH1 L M IH1 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 Wilmina?

Wilmina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Germanic heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.