Wilhelmine
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About Wilhelmine
Wilhelmine is a feminine name of Germanic origin, serving as the female form of Wilhelm (William), which means 'resolute protector' or 'determined guardian.' Popular in Germany, Austria, and Scandinavian countries throughout history, Wilhelmine was particularly common among European royalty and nobility. The name combines strength and elegance with its regal heritage and melodic four syllables. While less common today, it offers several charming nickname options including Mina, Wilma, and Helmi. Wilhelmine carries an air of classic sophistication and old-world charm that appeals to parents seeking a name with historical depth. Though traditional, its relative rarity in modern times makes it distinctive for contemporary girls.
Pronounced wil-hel-MEEN.
As of October 2026, Wilhelmine ranked #15062 in US births in 2023 SSA, peaked at #612 in 1884.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Wilhelmine on lists
Famous Wilhelmines
- Wilhelmine Amalia of Brunswick
Lüneburg, Holy Roman Empress
- (Friederike Luise) Wilhelmine of Prussia
Queen of the Netherlands
- Wilhelmine of Baden
Grand Duchess consort of Hesse and the Rhine
- Wilhelmine of Prussia
Margravine of Brandenburg,Bayreuth
- (Katharina Friederike) Wilhelmine Benigna
Princess of Courland, Duchess of Sagan
- Wilhelmine Schröder
Devrient, German operatic soprano
- Wilhelmine
Gräfin von Lichtenau, official mistress of King Frederick William II of Prussia
- Wilhelmine von Hillern
German actress novelist
- Wilhelmine von Grävenitz
royal mistress of Duke Eberhard Ludwig of Württemberg
- (Johanne) Wilhelmine Siegmundine Reichard
first German female balloonist
Wilhelmine in pop culture
- Little Wilhelmine
character in The Battle of Blenheim by Robert Southey