Wilhelm Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Wilhelm Name at a Glance

Name	Wilhelm
Meaning	German form of William.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Wilhelm Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Wilhelm means “German form of William”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Wilhelm Name Origin

Our database records Wilhelm under German origin. Browse more German baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Wilhelm a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Wilhelm is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Wilhelm

When considering Wilhelm for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.