Wiliam
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Strong-willed warrior and protector
Origin: Irish — short form of Uilliam, itself from the Old Germanic Wilhelm
Popularity: Ranked #6783 in 2025 with 13 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Liam. Shares the meaning 'Strong-willed warrior and protector.'
Similar names: william, williams, willam, wilian, wilianny, willian, willianny, wilma
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Wiliam? About 1 in 256,039 babies born in 2025 were named Wiliam, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Wiliam
What does the name Wiliam mean?
Wiliam means “Strong-willed warrior and protector” from Irish — short form of Uilliam, itself from the Old Germanic Wilhelm roots.
What is the origin of the name Wiliam?
Wiliam has Irish — short form of Uilliam, itself from the Old Germanic Wilhelm origin. The traditional meaning is “Strong-willed warrior and protector”.
How popular is Wiliam?
Wiliam ranked #6446 in 2025 — given to 13 babies that year.
When was Wiliam most popular?
Wiliam peaked in 1982 with 28 babies registered that year.
Is Wiliam a boy or girl name?
Wiliam is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Wiliams in registered births are male.
Is the name Wiliam rising or falling in popularity?
Wiliam has risen 4291 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #10737 in 2020 to #6446 in 2025.
How long has Wiliam been recorded?
Wiliam appears in birth records across 110 years — from 1881 through 2025.