Williss

Diminutive of William, German

"resolute protection"

Williss Origin and Meaning

The name Williss is a boy's name.

Williss is an uncommon masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Willis, which itself originated as a surname derived from the medieval given name William. William comes from Germanic elements meaning 'will, desire' and 'helmet, protection'. The extra 's' in Williss creates a distinctive spelling variation. Throughout history, Williss has remained quite rare compared to Willis or William. It shares the friendly, approachable quality of Willis while offering a slightly more unique presentation. The name may be chosen by parents honoring family traditions while wanting a slight variation, or by those who simply appreciate its traditional yet somewhat distinctive character.