William
/wihleeuhm/ English Male 2 syllables
Meaning & Origin
William is a English name meaning "Resolute protector". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Afghanistan, Albania, Angola, Argentina. Germanic wil + helm
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Syllables 2
Phonetic wihleeuhm
IPA wɪliəm
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as wihleeuhm. Stress falls on the second syllable. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named William
- · William Shakespeare - Playwright
- · William the Conqueror - King of England
- · Prince William - Heir to the British throne
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