What origin is the name Vilém?

Vilém comes from Slavic naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Vilém?

Names from the same slavic tradition pair naturally with Vilém — for example Mila, Nadia, Tatiana. You can browse more on our slavic names page.

Vilém

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Vilém

Vilém

Boy

Slavic

2 syllables

Vilém is a Slavic boy's name meaning "Derived from a Germanic name meaning a determined protector or strong-willed guardian.".

With Slavic roots, Vilém is a boy name that means "Derived from a Germanic name meaning a determined protector or strong-willed guardian.". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Slavic
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Derived from a Germanic name meaning a determined protector or strong-willed guardian.

Popularity

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Quick answers about Vilém

What does Vilém mean?

Vilém is a boy name of Slavic origin meaning "Derived from a Germanic name meaning a determined protector or strong-willed guardian.".

How popular is Vilém?

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Sister names that go with Vilém

Mila Nadia Tatiana Danica Anya Natasha

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Name numerology

5is the Chaldean number for Vilém.

Number 5 is linked with curiosity, freedom and adventure.

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Names with a similar meaning to Vilém

Vilém means "Derived from a Germanic name meaning a determined protector or strong-willed guardian." — these names share that spirit.

Liam — "Liam is the Irish short form of William, from Germanic words meaning 'will' and 'helmet', so 'resolute protector'." (Irish)
Avery — "Avery is an English surname from the Norman form of Alberich, a Germanic name meaning 'elf ruler'." (English)
Aubrey — "Aubrey comes from the Norman French form of Alberich, a Germanic name meaning 'elf ruler'. It was a boy's name before it became unisex." (English)
Emma — "Emma comes from the Germanic word ermen, meaning 'whole' or 'universal'. It was brought to England by Norman nobility." (German)
Michael — "Michael comes from the Hebrew Mikha'el, a question meaning 'who is like God?'. It is the name of an archangel." (Hebrew)
Ethan — "Ethan comes from the Hebrew Eitan, meaning 'firm', 'strong' or 'enduring'. Several minor figures in the Bible bear it." (Hebrew)
Emily — "Emily comes from the Roman family name Aemilius, probably from the Latin aemulus, meaning 'rival' or 'eager to excel'." (Latin)
Ava — "Ava is of uncertain origin. It may come from the Germanic avi, possibly 'desired', or be linked to Eve, meaning 'life'." (Latin)