Wilma
Wilma: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Wilma
- A female given name from the Germanic languages, a contraction of Wilhelmina.
How popular is Wilma?
Since 1880, 140,101 girls and 754 boys in the U.S. have been named Wilma (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #62 in 1925. Its highest rank for boys was #1309 in 1938. In 2025, 41 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Wilma FAQ
What does the name Wilma mean?
A female given name from the Germanic languages, a contraction of Wilhelmina.
What is the origin of the name Wilma?
Wilma is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Wilma?
Since 1880, 140,101 girls and 754 boys in the U.S. have been named Wilma (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #62 in 1925. Its highest rank for boys was #1309 in 1938. In 2025, 41 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Wilma a boy or girl name?
Wilma is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 140,101 girls and 754 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.