Holding steady.
Popularity of Wilmina since 1913
Babies named Wilmina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 67 |
| 1920s | 56 |
| 1930s | 20 |
| 1940s | 10 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Wilmina is a rare German feminine name that saw modest use in the United States during the early 20th century, with its peak year in 1915. It has never ranked in the top 1000, and its trajectory has been stable, appearing in small numbers each year. The name first appeared in US records in 1913, reflecting a period when Germanic names were still common among immigrant families. Though it lacks top state concentrations, Wilmina shares etymology with the more familiar Wilhelmina, offering a shorter alternative for those seeking a vintage name with a strong meaning of 'resolute protection.'
Wilmina is a feminine variant of Wilhelm, the German form of William. The name William derives from the Old High German elements 'willio' (will, desire) and 'helm' (helmet, protection). Wilmina was occasionally used in English-speaking countries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, likely as a more formal alternative to Wilma.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Wilma, Mina, Willie
Variants: Wilhelmina, Wilma, Vilhelmina
Sibling names for Wilmina
Names that share Wilmina's style, for a brother or sister.
