Wilman Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: WIL-mən /ˈwɪlmən/
Origin: English; German
Meaning: English: resolute protector; German: will, desire
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Wilman has its roots in Old Germanic, deriving from the elements "wil" meaning "will" or "desire" and "man" meaning "man" or "person." This combination suggests a meaning akin to "willful man" or "man of desire." The name evolved through various forms, with early instances appearing in the Germanic-speaking regions of Europe. As the Germanic tribes migrated and settled in different areas, the name underwent phonetic changes and adaptations, eventually making its way into the English language during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Old Germanic names were assimilated into Old French and subsequently into Middle English.
Historically, the name Wilman can be linked to various figures throughout medieval Europe, although specific notable individuals bearing the name are less documented compared to more common names. The name may have been used among the nobility or in ecclesiastical contexts, as many names of Germanic origin were adopted by the ruling classes during the Middle Ages.
The spread of Christianity also played a role in the adoption of such names, as they were often recorded in church records and associated with saints or notable figures from the period. Culturally, names like Wilman carry connotations of strength and determination, reflective of the qualities valued in medieval society.
The name's components, emphasizing will and manhood, resonate with the ideals of chivalry and personal agency that were prominent during the time. While diminutive forms or variations may exist, such as Wil or Will, the name Wilman itself has maintained a certain historical integrity, often evoking the legacy of its Germanic roots and the cultural significance of personal will and identity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wilman was first seen in the United States in 1915.
Wilman has ranked as high as #5392 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Wilman has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Wilman is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Wilman was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Wilman.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 7 |
| 2023 | 9 | 9 |
| 2022 | 6 | 6 |
| 2020 | 9 | 9 |
| 2017 | 7 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 | 6 |
| 2015 | 8 | 8 |
| 2013 | 5 | 5 |
| 2011 | 8 | 8 |
| 2010 | 6 | 6 |
| 2007 | 9 | 9 |
| 2006 | 10 | 10 |
| 2005 | 8 | 8 |
| 2004 | 7 | 7 |
| 2000 | 5 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 | 5 |
| 1932 | 7 | 7 |
| 1927 | 7 | 7 |
| 1926 | 8 | 8 |
| 1925 | 8 | 8 |
| 1923 | 7 | 7 |
| 1922 | 7 | 7 |
| 1920 | 10 | 10 |
| 1918 | 7 | 7 |
| 1915 | 9 | 9 |
Top States for Wilman
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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