Wilian
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Resolute protector; strong-willed helmet
Origin: Old Germanic Willahelm — from wil (will, desire) + helm (helmet, protection)
Popularity: Ranked #10617 in 2025 with 7 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of William. Shares the meaning 'Resolute protector; strong-willed helmet.'
Similar names: wilianny, willian, willianny, willians, wailani, wiliam, william, weiland
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Wilian? About 1 in 475,500 babies born in 2025 were named Wilian, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Wilian
What does the name Wilian mean?
Wilian means “Resolute protector; strong-willed helmet” from Old Germanic Willahelm — from wil (will, desire) + helm (helmet, protection) roots.
What is the origin of the name Wilian?
Wilian has Old Germanic Willahelm — from wil (will, desire) + helm (helmet, protection) origin. The traditional meaning is “Resolute protector; strong-willed helmet”.
How popular is Wilian?
Wilian ranked #9714 in 2025 — given to 7 babies that year.
Is Wilian a boy or girl name?
Wilian is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Wilians in registered births are male.
Is the name Wilian rising or falling in popularity?
Wilian has fallen 632 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9082 in 2020 to #9714 in 2025.
How long has Wilian been recorded?
Wilian appears in birth records across 31 years — from 1989 through 2025.