Girl
Wilhelmina
resolute protection
About Wilhelmina
This distinguished name carries an air of timeless elegance that never goes out of style. Strong yet feminine, it offers numerous charming nickname possibilities like Willa, Mina, or Billie, allowing your daughter to choose her own identity as she grows. The name has a literary quality that evokes images of accomplished women throughout history, making it perfect for parents who value intelligence and independence. Its rare usage in modern times means your daughter will likely be the only Wilhelmina in her class, providing that special sense of individuality. The four syllables create a melodious rhythm that pairs beautifully with both short and long surnames, while maintaining a sophisticated presence on paper.
Popularity of the Name Wilhelmina
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #260 | |
| 1881 | #221 | |
| 1882 | #220 | |
| 1883 | #246 | |
| 1884 | #215 | |
| 1885 | #229 | |
| 1886 | #258 | |
| 1887 | #241 | |
| 1888 | #249 | |
| 1889 | #241 | |
| 1890 | #253 | |
| 1891 | #237 | |
| 1892 | #253 | |
| 1893 | #243 | |
| 1894 | #286 | |
| 1895 | #287 | |
| 1896 | #288 | |
| 1897 | #330 | |
| 1898 | #302 | |
| 1899 | #277 | |
| 1900 | #309 | |
| 1901 | #292 | #143 |
| 1902 | #300 | |
| 1903 | #307 | #139 |
| 1904 | #332 | |
| 1905 | #320 | #138 |
| 1906 | #322 | |
| 1907 | #332 | |
| 1908 | #300 | #150 |
| 1909 | #321 | |
| 1910 | #321 | |
| 1911 | #334 | |
| 1912 | #328 | |
| 1913 | #340 | |
| 1914 | #360 | |
| 1915 | #342 | |
| 1916 | #345 | |
| 1917 | #382 | |
| 1918 | #427 | |
| 1919 | #461 | |
| 1920 | #464 | |
| 1921 | #458 | |
| 1922 | #466 | |
| 1923 | #455 | |
| 1924 | #502 | |
| 1925 | #459 | |
| 1926 | #516 | |
| 1927 | #510 | |
| 1928 | #527 | |
| 1929 | #505 | |
| 1930 | #520 | |
| 1931 | #576 | |
| 1932 | #556 | |
| 1933 | #566 | |
| 1934 | #555 | |
| 1935 | #617 | |
| 1936 | #699 | |
| 1937 | #656 | |
| 1938 | #665 | |
| 1939 | #609 | |
| 1940 | #682 | |
| 1941 | #801 | |
| 1942 | #768 | |
| 1943 | #757 | |
| 1944 | #816 | |
| 1945 | #818 | |
| 1946 | #862 | |
| 1947 | #851 | |
| 1948 | #814 | |
| 1950 | #783 | |
| 1951 | #792 | |
| 1952 | #981 | |
| 1954 | #244 | |
| 1955 | #305 | |
| 1956 | #282 | |
| 1957 | #267 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand
Variations of Name Wilhelmina
- Wilma
- Wilhelmine
- Wilhelma
- Vilhelmina
Names Similar to Wilhelmina
Nicknames for Wilhelmina
- Wil
- Wilma
- Mina
Famous People Named Wilhelmina
| Wilhelmina Cooper | Dutch-American model and founder of Wilhelmina Models |
| Wilhelmina Drucker | Dutch women's rights activist and suffragist |
| Wilhelmina Barns-Graham | British abstract artist |
| Wilhelmina of the Netherlands | Queen of the Netherlands from 1890 to 1948 |
| Wilhelmina Geddes | Irish stained glass artist |
| Wilhelmina Skogh | Swedish opera singer |
| Wilhelmina of Prussia | German princess and later Electress of Hesse |
| Wilhelmina Kekelaokalaninui Widemann Dowsett | Hawaiian high chiefess |
| Wilhelmina von Bremen | German stage and film actress |
| Wilhelmina Weber Furlong | American painter and women's suffrage activist |
Characters Named Wilhelmina
| Wilhelmina Slater | A character from the TV series "Ugly Betty" |
| Wilhelmina "Willie" Scott | From the movie "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom" |
| Wilhelmina Bertha Packard | A character from the novel "A Canticle for Leibowitz" by Walter M. Miller Jr |
| Wilhelmina Vandom | From the comic book series "W.I.T.C.H" |
| Wilhelmina "Mina" Harker | A character from Bram Stoker's novel "Dracula" |
| Wilhelmina "Billie" Bradley | From the "Billie Bradley" series of books by Janet D. Wheeler |
| Wilhelmina "Mina" Murray | A character in the graphic novel "The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen" |
| Wilhelmina "Mina" Van Helsing | From the anime series "Dance in the Vampire Bund" |
| Wilhelmina "Mina" Harper | A character from the novel "Mina" by Kim Sagwa |
| Wilhelmina "Willa" Warren | From the TV series "American Dragon - Jake Long" |