Holding steady.
Popularity of Willman since 1906
Babies named Willman per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1917, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Willman's real moment was 1906.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 27 |
| 1920s | 31 |
| 1930s | 41 |
| 1940s | 10 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Willman is an uncommon given name, first recorded in 1906, which remains its peak year. It has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000, and its usage is so sparse that the one-in-N value is not available. The trajectory has been stable, indicating no significant resurgence or decline. Willman is essentially a rare surname variant of William, a name that has been consistently popular for centuries. While William frequently appears among the top baby names, Willman remains a distinctive alternative. Its top states are not recorded, reflecting its scattered, low-frequency use. For parents seeking a name rooted in Germanic tradition with a familiar sound but uncommon usage, Willman offers a subtle nod to history without commonality.
Willman is a variant of the name William, which derives from the Old Norman French 'Williame', itself from the Old High German 'Willahelm' composed of 'wil' (will, desire) and 'helm' (helmet, protection). The name was introduced to England by the Normans and became extremely popular. Willman likely originated as a surname before occasional use as a given name, influenced by similar suffix patterns in Germanic naming traditions.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Will, Willie
Sibling names for Willman
Names that share Willman's style, for a brother or sister.
