Uilleam
Scottish Gaelic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Uilleam
The given name 'Uilleam' is derived from the Gaelic word 'Uilliam', meaning 'resolute protector' or 'strong-willed warrior', with its linguistic root in the Old High German name 'Wilhelm'.
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Etymology
The given name 'Uilleam' is derived from the Gaelic word 'Uilliam', meaning 'resolute protector' or 'strong-willed warrior', with its linguistic root in the Old High German name 'Wilhelm'. The name 'Uilleam' is commonly used in Scottish and Irish cultures, particularly in the context of the Scottish and Irish Gaelic-speaking populations, and is also associated with the Christian faith, particularly in the context of Saint William of York.
Uilleam currently ranks #687 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2013.
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