Wilma
Meaning: Resolute protector; strong-willed helmet
Origin: Old Germanic Willahelm — from wil (will, desire) + helm (helmet, protection)
Gender: Girl
Rank in Sweden: #10
Total births: 13,681
History: Wilma surged in Sweden in the 2000s-2010s. Wilma is also the name of Sweden's most-used school communication platform — every Swedish parent and student knows Wilma as the app for grades and messages. The name carries both vintage charm and modern tech associations. In Sweden, Wilma means childhood education and digital communication.
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| Current rank (2022) | #20 |
| Babies named Wilma in 2022 | 356 |
| Total recorded in Sweden | 13,681 |
| Peak year | 2000 (887 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #5 |
| Years in records | 1998–2022 (25 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 1 spot |
Frequently asked about Wilma
What does the name Wilma mean?
Wilma 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 Wilma?
Wilma has Old Germanic Willahelm — from wil (will, desire) + helm (helmet, protection) origin. The traditional meaning is “Resolute protector; strong-willed helmet”.
How popular is Wilma in Sweden?
Wilma ranked #20 in Sweden in 2022 — given to 356 babies that year.
When was Wilma most popular?
Wilma peaked in 2000 with 887 babies registered that year in Sweden.
Is Wilma a boy or girl name?
Wilma is predominantly a girls' name in Sweden — over 90% of Wilmas in registered births are female.
How long has Wilma been recorded in Sweden?
Wilma appears in birth records in Sweden across 25 years — from 1998 through 2022.