Gwilym

Gender: Male Meaning of Gwilym: "resolute protection" Origin of Gwilym: Welsh variation of William

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The name Gwilym is a boy's name of Welsh origin meaning "resolute protection". Gwilym and is often added to lists like Cool Boy Names From Around the World and discussed in our forums with posts like "Drop your least favourite!".

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The Welsh version of William is almost unheard-of across, but it's fairly straightforward and could make a good heritage choice or alternative honor name.

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