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Vilma

/VIHⱢMUH/
English Female

Vilma is a English name meaning "Vilma is often considered a short form of Wilhelmina, thus meaning 'resolute protector' or 'helmet, protection'. It can also be an independent name with an uncertain but pleasant sound.". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Albania, Angola, Argentina, Austria. The name is often associated with Germanic roots, specifically the Wilhelmina lineage: wil ('will, desire') + helm ('helmet, protection'). It's also used independently with possible Slavic origins.

Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic VIHⱢMUH
IPA ˈvɪɫmə

Say it as VIHⱢMUH. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

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