Willemina

Q: What is the origin of Willemina?

Willemina is of Germanic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Willemina a girl name?

Willemina is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Will and Protection"

Willemina is a feminine Germanic form associated with will and protection elements, historically linked to William-derived naming.

Themes:germanicmedievalfemininecompound

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Popularity History of Willemina

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#17494Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Willemina did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Willemina Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Willemina.

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Willem

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Wilie

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Will

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wily

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will

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wie

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mina

Nickname

“Pure”

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Baby Name Lists That Include Willemina

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Willemina mean?

Willemina means "Will and Protection". Willemina is a feminine Germanic form associated with will and protection elements, historically linked to William-deriv

What is the origin of Willemina?

Willemina is of Germanic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Willemina?

According to the latest SSA data, Willemina is currently ranked #17494 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Willemina a girl name?

Willemina is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Willemina?

Popular nicknames for Willemina include Willem, Wilie, Will, wily, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Willemina?

There are many names similar to Willemina in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGermanic

Syllables4

Length9 letters

US Rank#17494

Trend→ Stable

Starts withW

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Arnold Aubrey Adolph Adolfo Alphonse

Sisters

Alberta Alissa Alisa Aubrie Adela

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