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Origin & history of Wilhemina1
Modern American roots
Wilhemina is a German name meaning resolute protector It's a variant of the name Wilhelmina, which was popularized by Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands in the early 20th century Wilhemina has been used in various cultures, including German, Dutch, and English-speaking countries The name has been associated with strength and leadership, thanks to its meaning and historical figures who have borne it Wilhemina has been used in literature and media, such as in the novel The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett and the TV show Ugly Betty The name has a vintage feel and has been gaining popularity in recent years as a unique and stylish choice for baby girls Wilhemina has a strong, regal sound, making it a fitting choice for parents looking for a name that exudes confidence and grace.
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Root name
The root form of Wilhemina is
Wilhemina — meaning Feminine, strong, Germanic name..
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Modern usage
Wilhemina remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Wilhemina?
1960
peak year
Today, Wilhemina is rarely chosen — ranked well outside the top 1,000 (around #13638), with only about 7 babies given the name per year. But it wasn't always this way. At its peak in 1960, 35 babies were given the name (ranked #1951 nationally). Its strongest stretch was the 1950s. Wilhemina has been declining in recent years. In all, around 951 babies have been registered as Wilhemina since 1880.
Year-by-year registrations
1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
35
Babies named in peak year
(ranked #1,951)
(ranked #1,951)
7
Avg. per year
(last decade)
(last decade)
70
Total registrations
last 10 years
last 10 years
951
All-time total
(since 1880)
(since 1880)
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Numerology of Wilhemina4
Life path number
The Builder
Discipline, reliability and masterful building.
🏗️Builder
📋Organised
💪Hardworking
🎯Detail-oriented
W5
I9
L3
H8
E5
M4
I9
N5
A1
Sum: 49 → Life path 4
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Personality of Wilhemina🏛️
Steady & reliable
When they make a promise, they keep it.
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Methodical
Thorough, careful, precise.
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Quietly powerful
Their strength is always there when it matters.
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Grounded
No matter what swirls around them, they stay centred.
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