What is the meaning of the name Wilhelm?

The name Wilhelm is primarily a male name of German origin that means Will, Desire And Helmet, Protection.

Wilhelm is a German cognate of William. It is also a surname.

Famous bearers: Wilhelm I, King of Prussia and German Emperor. Wilhelm Richard Wagner, German composer.

People who like the name Wilhelm also like:

Owen, Henry, William, Emil, Willem, Edward, Jasper, Anastasia, Wilhelmina, Ava, Aurora, Ophelia, Liesel, Nora

Names like Wilhelm:

Wilhelmina, Wilano, Willem, Waylon, Willamena, Wilma, Willene, Wilona, William, Wilima

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