Guillaume
Guillaume is a boys' name of French origin meaning “resolute protector.” The French form of William, Guillaume has deep royal heritage — William the Conqueror was Guillaume le Conquérant.
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how do you pronounce Guillaume?
gee-YOHM
where does the name Guillaume come from?
The French form of William, from Germanic elements meaning will and helmet. It is the northern French form of the name, matching the Occitan Guilhem and Catalan Guillem.
It remains one of France's most enduring masculine names, conveying strength and nobility. The distinctive pronunciation gives it an unmistakable French identity.
the history of Guillaume
William the Conqueror is Guillaume le Conquérant in French.
who are famous people named Guillaume?
- Guillaume Apollinaire (avant-garde poet)
- Guillaume Canet (French actor and filmmaker)
what are the nicknames and variants of Guillaume?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Guillaume?
what names go well with Guillaume?
Sibling names that share Guillaume's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Guillaume
What does the name Guillaume mean?
Guillaume means “resolute protector”.
What is the origin of the name Guillaume?
Guillaume comes from the French naming tradition. Related forms include Guilhem, Guillem and William.
How popular is the name Guillaume?
Guillaume has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Guillaume a boy or girl name?
Guillaume is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Guillaume?
Guillaume is pronounced gee-YOHM, with 2 syllables.
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