Holding steady.
Popularity of Willine since 1915
Babies named Willine per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 47 |
| 1920s | 142 |
| 1930s | 126 |
| 1940s | 100 |
| 1950s | 34 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Willine first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1915, during a period when parents were creating elegant feminine versions of traditional male names. Its peak year came in 1932, making it a distinctive choice from the early twentieth century. The name has maintained a stable trajectory since then, never falling out of use completely but remaining uncommon. Willine has not been recorded in any U.S. state's top 1000 names, further underscoring its rarity. For families seeking a name with vintage charm rooted in English naming traditions, Willine offers a unique alternative to more common names like Wilhelmina or Willa.
Willine is a feminine diminutive of William, derived from the Germanic elements 'wil' (will, desire) and 'helm' (helmet, protection). It emerged in English-speaking countries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as part of a trend of creating feminine forms of male names. The name saw its peak usage in the early 1930s, particularly in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Willie, Willa, Lina
Sibling names for Willine
Names that share Willine's style, for a brother or sister.
