William

The Duke of Cambridge. Shakespeare. The 42nd president of the United States of America. Arsenal's famous French defender, Saliba. All are linked with one connection - their first names being William. William has Germanic roots, and takes its meaning from the German word ‘willeo', which means will or determination. When you combine 'willeo’ together with ‘helm’, which signifies helmet, safety and protection, you get William and the meaning of William is a fearless, stoic protector. The name was first seen in England back in 1066 due to the Norman Conquest. This was led by the Duke of Normandy, who went by the name of William. Upon a succession invasion, he was crowned the King of England and the name was associated with royalty from there. Another well-known William is none other than William Shakespeare. Widely regarded as England's greatest writer, he is known for his plays, poems and sonnets, including Romeo and Juliet and Macbeth. He also invented over 400 words, such as bandit, green-eyed and swagger.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

resolute protection

Origin

German

Numerology

W is for warmth, the glow of your friendship.

I is for ignite, the fire in you!

L is for luster, your shine.

L is for love, your love of life!

I is for inspire, others seek your guidance.

A is for altruism, the unselfish you.

M is for musical, your hidden talent!

Lucky

William lucky number is 7.

The detectives of numerology, 7 is known for its investigative abilities and analytical skills. Astrologically, the number 7 can be thought of as a blend of Virgo and Scorpio energy: 7 is extremely detail-oriented, but is driven by inner-wisdom as opposed to tangible realities.

Famous People Named William

• Kyle Richards American actress and reality TV personality ("Real Housewives of Beverly Hills")
• Kristian Alfonso American soap actress (Days of Our Lives)
• Kristine Sutherland American actress
• Kristine Nielsen American actress
• Kristine Lilly American soccer player

William in Pop Culture

• "Iolanthe; or The Peer and the Peri," comic opera by Gilbert & Sullivan
• Iolanthe character in play "King René’s Daughter" by Henrik Hertz, based on Yolande, Duchess of Lorraine
• Iolanthe coven name Sydney Sage chooses in Richelle Mead's "Bloodlines" series
• Iolanthe Peverell character in J.K. Rowling's "The Potter Family"
• Ysabelle the squirrel maiden a main character in Robin Jarvis' novel The Oaken Throne