Names That Mean Will

Medieval French diminutive of Gui (Guy), ultimately from William.

Variant of Yitzhak, the Hebrew form of Isaac.

Vilgot may seem like an ancient Germanic name, but it's only been around since the end of the 19th century. It's most famous bearer is the late Vilgot Sjöman, a famed Swedish film director and writer.

Quirky form of Ishmael found in Nordic countries.

Māori form of Josephine. This was the birth name of activist and Māori elder Dame Whina (FEE-na) Cooper.

Intriguing alternative to Jedediah.

Sweet and bright international form of Josephine, used in many European countries with various pronunciations of the initial J. A notable bearer is Josefina "Joey" Guerrero, a Filipina spy during World War II.

Cornish form of William

Unusual Italian name for boys that relates both to the vividly stylish Viv names such as Vivienne and Viveca, and to the Italian musician Vivaldi.

Sometimes used in the Hispanic community, along with the male TELMO. Has been associated with Telma Hopkins, singer with Tony Orlando & Dawn and onetime TV sitcom star.