Holding steady, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Wilhemina since 1886
Babies named Wilhemina per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1960, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Wilhemina's real moment was 1886.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 6 |
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 20 |
| 1910s | 110 |
| 1920s | 151 |
| 1930s | 69 |
| 1940s | 85 |
| 1950s | 226 |
| 1960s | 157 |
| 1970s | 49 |
| 1980s | 26 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 28 |
| 2020s | 24 |
Meaning & origin
Wilhemina is a rare name with historical roots in German nobility. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1886, its peak year, and has remained consistently uncommon ever since. Currently, it ranks 14,942 in popularity, with a 1-in-321,453 incidence rate. The name carries a strong, protective meaning and has not experienced a revival, staying stable in its low usage. Variants include the more common Wilhelmina, which was borne by a Dutch queen. Wilhemina offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with European heritage and a vintage feel.
Wilhemina is a feminine form of Wilhelm, the German variant of William. The name William derives from the Old High German 'Willahelm', composed of 'willio' (will, desire) and 'helm' (helmet, protection). Wilhemina emerged in the 19th century and was popularized in the English-speaking world, particularly in the late 1800s. The name is associated with Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands, who reigned from 1890 to 1948.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Willa, Mina, Wilma, Billie, Minnie
Variants: Wilhelmina
Sibling names for Wilhemina
Names that share Wilhemina's style, for a brother or sister.
