Wilhelm
A German name meaning 'one who is willing to protect', built from Old Germanic elements for will and helmet.
Meaning and origin
Wilhelm is the German form of William, borne by German emperors, eminent philosophers including Hegel and Nietzsche, and scientist Wilhelm Röntgen.
How to pronounce Wilhelm
| German | VIL-helm |
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