Guillermo Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationgee-YER-mo / ɡiˈʝer.moSpanish; Germanic
Meaning
Spanish: resolute protector; Germanic: will or desire
Historical & Cultural Background
Guillermo is the Spanish form of the name William, which has Germanic roots. The name has been popular in Spanish-speaking countries and has historical significance due to its association with various kings and nobility. It has also been widely used in literature and the arts, contributing to its cultural presence.
Trend Summary
Guillermo has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in Hispanic communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Guille
- Memo
International Variants
- Guillermo (Spanish)
- William (English)
- Wilhelm (German)
- Guglielmo (Italian)
- Guillaume (French)
Famous people named Guillermo
Guillermo del Toro is a Mexican filmmaker known for his work in fantasy and horror films, including 'Pan's Labyrinth' and 'The Shape of Water'.
Guillermo Ochoa is a Mexican professional footballer who has played as a goalkeeper for various clubs and the national team.
Guillermo Maripani is an Argentine artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Guillermo Rodríguez is a television personality known for his role as a sidekick on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'.
Fictional characters named Guillermo
Guillermo de la Cruz is a character in the television series 'What We Do in the Shadows', serving as a familiar to a vampire.
Guillermo is a character in the animated film 'The Book of Life', representing a supporting role in the story.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Guillermo was first seen in the United States in 1885. Guillermo has ranked as high as #672 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Arizona, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Guillermo has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Guillermo (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 88 | |
CA | 68 | |
FL | 20 | |
IL | 13 | |
AZ | 12 | |
WA | 8 | |
NC | 6 | |
TN | 6 | |
AL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1885 | 5 |
1892 | 8 |
1897 | 5 |
1900 | 6 |
1904 | 10 |
1905 | 10 |
1907 | 6 |
1908 | 7 |
1909 | 5 |
1910 | 13 |
1911 | 10 |
1912 | 18 |
1913 | 16 |
1914 | 26 |
1915 | 33 |
1916 | 20 |
1917 | 40 |
1918 | 34 |
1919 | 43 |
1920 | 68 |
1921 | 44 |
1922 | 57 |
1923 | 89 |
1924 | 87 |
1925 | 88 |
1926 | 107 |
1927 | 100 |
1928 | 87 |
1929 | 94 |
1930 | 101 |
1931 | 100 |
1932 | 71 |
1933 | 74 |
1934 | 86 |
1935 | 72 |
1936 | 79 |
1937 | 67 |
1938 | 70 |
1939 | 63 |
1940 | 71 |
1941 | 89 |
1942 | 53 |
1943 | 79 |
1944 | 77 |
1945 | 94 |
1946 | 93 |
1947 | 114 |
1948 | 136 |
1949 | 137 |
1950 | 127 |
1951 | 133 |
1952 | 134 |
1953 | 126 |
1954 | 149 |
1955 | 150 |
1956 | 172 |
1957 | 158 |
1958 | 163 |
1959 | 183 |
1960 | 191 |
1961 | 171 |
1962 | 185 |
1963 | 193 |
1964 | 192 |
1965 | 203 |
1966 | 194 |
1967 | 242 |
1968 | 292 |
1969 | 244 |
1970 | 290 |
1971 | 314 |
1972 | 281 |
1973 | 347 |
1974 | 349 |
1975 | 349 |
1976 | 360 |
1977 | 351 |
1978 | 322 |
1979 | 394 |
1980 | 395 |
1981 | 428 |
1982 | 437 |
1983 | 423 |
1984 | 412 |
1985 | 432 |
1986 | 405 |
1987 | 389 |
1988 | 511 |
1989 | 532 |
1990 | 587 |
1991 | 582 |
1992 | 659 |
1993 | 654 |
1994 | 675 |
1995 | 623 |
1996 | 692 |
1997 | 632 |
1998 | 693 |
1999 | 665 |
2000 | 651 |
2001 | 620 |
2002 | 626 |
2003 | 595 |
2004 | 639 |
2005 | 616 |
2006 | 621 |
2007 | 610 |
2008 | 583 |
2009 | 534 |
2010 | 457 |
2011 | 408 |
2012 | 392 |
2013 | 348 |
2014 | 376 |
2015 | 389 |
2016 | 322 |
2017 | 289 |
2018 | 314 |
2019 | 320 |
2020 | 275 |
2021 | 299 |
2022 | 287 |
2023 | 292 |
2024 | 297 |