Wm Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationWmEnglish; Germanic
Meaning
English: resolute protector; Germanic: will, desire
Historical & Cultural Background
Wm is a diminutive form of the name William, which has been popular in English-speaking countries since the Norman Conquest. The name William itself derives from the Old High German 'Willahelm', meaning 'will' and 'helmet' or 'protection'. It has been borne by numerous kings and notable figures throughout history, contributing to its enduring popularity. The abbreviation 'Wm' is often used in formal contexts or documents.
Trend Summary
The name Wm has seen limited use as a standalone name, primarily appearing in formal contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Will
- Bill
International Variants
- Guillermo (Spanish)
- Wilhelm (German)
- Guglielmo (Italian)
Famous people named Wm
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Fictional characters named Wm
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wm was first seen in the United States in 1880. Wm has ranked as high as #755 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Ohio, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Wm has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Wm (1985)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 14 |
| 1881 | 15 |
| 1882 | 18 |
| 1883 | 16 |
| 1884 | 22 |
| 1885 | 23 |
| 1886 | 15 |
| 1887 | 15 |
| 1888 | 25 |
| 1889 | 12 |
| 1890 | 21 |
| 1891 | 7 |
| 1892 | 17 |
| 1893 | 18 |
| 1894 | 19 |
| 1895 | 14 |
| 1896 | 25 |
| 1897 | 20 |
| 1898 | 23 |
| 1899 | 19 |
| 1900 | 20 |
| 1901 | 21 |
| 1902 | 12 |
| 1903 | 25 |
| 1904 | 12 |
| 1905 | 16 |
| 1906 | 30 |
| 1907 | 28 |
| 1908 | 36 |
| 1909 | 40 |
| 1910 | 32 |
| 1911 | 32 |
| 1912 | 39 |
| 1913 | 45 |
| 1914 | 53 |
| 1915 | 77 |
| 1916 | 85 |
| 1917 | 70 |
| 1918 | 80 |
| 1919 | 75 |
| 1920 | 72 |
| 1921 | 70 |
| 1922 | 67 |
| 1923 | 43 |
| 1924 | 62 |
| 1925 | 76 |
| 1926 | 69 |
| 1927 | 54 |
| 1928 | 39 |
| 1929 | 24 |
| 1930 | 14 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 21 |
| 1938 | 18 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 22 |
| 1968 | 28 |
| 1969 | 24 |
| 1970 | 39 |
| 1971 | 30 |
| 1972 | 26 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 27 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 29 |
| 1978 | 21 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1980 | 30 |
| 1981 | 28 |
| 1982 | 39 |
| 1983 | 35 |
| 1984 | 30 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 24 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |