Williene
A feminine name possibly derived from the German name Willihelm, meaning "resolute protector".
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Williene. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Williene today is around 78 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Williene births was 1943 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Williene. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Williene is about 78 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Willienes were born before 1958.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Williene. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
1943
8 babies that year
Average age
78
years old
1949 SSA rank
#6,046
Tracked since 1939
Popularity
Williene: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Williene from the 1930s through to the 1940s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1940s, with 18 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Williene by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Williene during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Williene
The name Williene has its origins in the Germanic languages, specifically deriving from the Old Germanic word "willio" meaning "will" or "desire." The earliest known occurrence of this name dates back to the 7th century AD, during the period of the Frankish Empire in modern-day France and Germany.
In the Middle Ages, the name Williene was particularly popular among the nobility and upper classes of society. It was often associated with individuals who possessed a strong sense of determination and ambition. The name appeared in various historical records and chronicles from that era, though its exact spelling varied across different regions and scribes.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Williene was a Frankish nobleman who lived in the late 8th century. He was known for his military exploits and played a significant role in the expansion of the Carolingian Empire under Charlemagne.
In the 11th century, a Benedictine monk named Williene of Bec gained recognition for his scholarly works on theology and philosophy. He was highly respected within the monastic community and his writings were widely circulated throughout medieval Europe.
During the Crusades, a knight named Williene de Montfort fought alongside Richard the Lionheart in the Third Crusade (1189-1192). He was renowned for his bravery and was mentioned in several chronicles of the time.
In the 14th century, a French poet and troubadour named Williene de Machaut (c. 1300-1377) achieved fame for his compositions and literary works, which were highly influential in the development of courtly love poetry.
Another notable figure with the name Williene was a German goldsmith and sculptor from the 16th century, Williene Vischer (c. 1490-1553). He was renowned for his intricate metalwork and his creations can still be found in various churches and museums across Europe.
While the name Williene was once relatively common, particularly among the upper classes and nobility, its usage gradually declined over time. However, it remains an intriguing name with a rich historical background, reflecting the determination and ambition of those who bore it throughout the centuries.
People
Williene + last name combinations
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FAQ
Williene: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Williene?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Williene going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Williene a common name?
We classify Williene as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 23 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Williene most popular?
The single biggest year for Williene was 1943, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Williene is about 78 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Williene in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Williene a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Williene in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Williene still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Williene in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Williene can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Williene?
You can see how many Americans are named Williene on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.