Overview
Gender Distribution
Origin and Meaning
Origin
The name Willem is of Germanic origin, derived from the name Wilhelm, which means 'will, desire' and
Meaning
Willem is a popular and traditional name in the Netherlands, commonly given to boys. It is often used as a shortened version of the name Wilhelmus, which is the Dutch national anthem. Famous bearers of the name include Willem van Oranje (William of Orange), the Dutch prince who led the revolt against Spanish rule in the 16th century, and Willem-Alexander, the current King of the Netherlands.
Geographic Distribution
This name appears in the following countries, sorted by popularity:
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