Wiliam
Meaning
"resolute protector, determined guardian"
Origin: Old High German Willahelm
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #6,634
- Total SSA Count
- 13
- Syllables
- 3
- Formality
- Formal
- Nicknames
- Will, Willie, Bill
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"resolute protector, determined guardian"
Origin: Old High German Willahelm
Wiliam is more popular, ranked #6634 vs #6779 for Yahshua.
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Wiliam is more popular, ranked #6634 compared to Yahshua at #6779 in the United States.
Wiliam means "resolute protector, determined guardian" (Old High German Willahelm origin).
Wiliam is primarily a boy name. Yahshua is primarily a boy name.