Name:
Wilhelmina
Gender:
Girl
Origin:
Germanic
Meaning:
Wilhelmina originates in German language and means "stout protector" or "will to protect". It is a feminine form of Wilhelm or William, which ultimately derives from the Germanic name Willahelm. It is a typical name used in Europe for female royalty.
Pronunciation:
wil-hel-MEE-nə
The Five Elements:
Water
Also Spelled Like...:
Elma
Helma
Mina
Minnie
Vilhelmina
Vilma
Wilhelma
Wilhelmine
Willemina
William
Wilma
Wilmina
Famous Wilhelmina:
Wilhelmina Baird : writer
Wilhelmina Carrigan : published author